VocabJLPT N1
excess
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. excess
  2. 2. surplus
A noun and verb stem meaning to exceed or go beyond a set limit, such as a time limit, budget, or capacity. It is commonly used in formal or official contexts, such as 制限時間を超過する (to exceed the time limit).

Example sentences

Sentence 1

At the front desk they turned me away, saying "We've exceeded capacity."

Sentence 2

Isn't it kind of dangerous to let people in when you're already over capacity?

Sentence 3

I got a notice from the city saying I was "ineligible because my income exceeded the threshold."

Sentence 4

How are you assessing the risk of going over schedule on this project?

Sentence 5

He said, "Put in a request if your overtime goes over the limit."