Supers

Supers is a plural noun used in several different domains. In property management, a super is the on-site building superintendent who oversees maintenance, repairs, safety, and tenant relations, often handling emergencies and coordinating with landlords and vendors. Supers may live in or near the property; duties and pay vary by country and building, but common tasks include supervising staff, monitoring common areas, and keeping building systems in working order.

In film, television, and advertising, a super is on-screen text or graphics added in post-production. These on-screen elements display information such as character names, locations, dialogue captions, or lower-thirds. They help identify speakers, establish context, or convey information that is not spoken, and their style and placement vary by production and purpose.

In popular culture, supers is informal shorthand for superheroes—characters with extraordinary powers who appear in comics, films, and games. The term is common in fan communities and media coverage, though it is less formal than “superhero” itself. The meaning of supers thus depends on the context, with building management, on-screen text, and fictional heroes each forming distinct uses of the term.