sopra

Sopra is a word with multiple uses. In Italian, it functions as a preposition and as an adverb meaning above, over, or on top of. It is used to indicate spatial relations, for example sopra il tavolo (above the table), and can introduce noun phrases that require a definite article. Beyond literal meaning, it appears in idiomatic and figurative expressions, and can be part of compound terms such as sopraelevazione (elevation above).

Sopra is also the name of a major French information technology and consulting company. The firm originated from an independent company named Sopra and, in 2014, merged with Steria to form the Sopra Steria Group, one of Europe’s largest IT services providers. The organization delivers services including consulting, software development, systems integration, and digital transformation across public and private sectors worldwide. The corporate headquarters are in France, and the group is publicly listed on Euronext Paris. In branding, the word "Sopra" remains a core element of the group's identity in many markets, reflecting its historical roots and ongoing operations.

In addition to its linguistic and corporate senses, Sopra may appear in various proper-name contexts, often drawing from the Italian meaning or the historical branding of the French group. The term is generally understood within its respective domain to denote either the Italian preposition or the brand name associated with the IT services company.