ausstehend

The German word "ausstehend" is an adjective meaning "outstanding" or "pending". It is derived from the prefix "aus-" and the verb "stehen" (to stand). Here, "stehen" implies something that "stands" still, meaning not yet completed or resolved.

Similar words:

• offen (open/pending)
• unerledigt (undone)
• anhängig (pending, especially in legal context)

Difference:

• "ausstehend" often refers to things that are due or waiting to be resolved or paid (e.g., payments, tasks).
• "offen" can be more general, also used for open questions or topics.
• "unerledigt" emphasizes something unfinished or incomplete.
• "anhängig" is mostly used in legal or formal processes where something is pending judgment or decision.