verb

déborder

overflow

C’est quand un liquide ou une chose sort de son contenant parce qu’il y en a trop, ou quand une situation devient trop intense pour être contrôlée.

The verb "déborder" in French means "to overflow" or "to spill over." It can refer to liquids overflowing from a container, something excessive, or emotions spilling over.

Basic meanings:

Literal sense: For example, when a glass is too full and water spills over the edge, one would say the glass "débordait."
Figurative sense: It can also describe people who are overwhelmed with emotions (e.g., excitement, joy) or even tasks. For instance, "déborder de joie" means "overflowing with joy" or "to be incredibly happy."

Synonyms and differences:

Dépasser: This means "to exceed" but is more commonly used in a quantitative or metaphorical sense. For example, you might say "dépasse ses attentes" (exceeds expectations).
Emporter: This means "to carry away" and can imply a connection with movement or the forcefulness of overflowing, but it’s not specifically about spilling.
Débordement: This is the noun form relating to overflowing situations, like flooding or excess, but it refers to the situation itself rather than the act of spilling.

The choice between these words often depends on the context—whether it is about an emotion, a physical overflow, or a quantitative exceeding.