No. 2,047 in Spanish
ultra
"Ultra" in Spanish means "extremist" or "beyond."
In a sentence
El atleta demostró ser ultra rápido en la carrera.
The athlete proved to be ultra fast in the race.
Here, 'ultra' is used as a prefix meaning 'extremely', emphasizing the high level of speed.
El grupo ultra organizó una manifestación.
The ultra group organized a demonstration.
In this sentence, 'ultra' acts as an qualifying adjective referring to a group with extreme beliefs or views.
Ella se hizo amiga de una ultra apasionada de la música.
She befriended a person who is ultra passionate about music.
Here, 'ultra' is used to modify 'apasionada', implying an extensive level of passion for music.
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