übrigbleiben
remain
The German word "übrigbleiben" is a verb that means "to remain" or "to be left over". It is made up of the prefix "übrig" (meaning "remaining" or "left") and "bleiben" (meaning "to stay" or "to remain"). The term is often used in contexts where something is left after parts have been taken away or used, like leftover food or remaining time.
Similar words in German include "verbleiben" (to remain) and "übriglassen" (to leave something over). The difference is that "verbleiben" usually refers to a state of having been left behind, while "übrigbleiben" specifically indicates what is left after something else has been removed or used.
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Examples
Nach dem Fest wird viel Essen übrigbleiben.verb
After the party, a lot of food will remain.
Am Ende bleibt nicht viel übrig.verb
In the end, not much remains.
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