der Rückstand, ¨-e
residue · arrears · backlog
Etwas, das übrig bleibt oder noch fehlt, zum Beispiel wenn man hinter dem Plan liegt oder wenn Reste von einer Sache vorhanden sind.
The German word "Rückstand" is a noun that means "arrears" or "backlog." It comes from "Rück-", a prefix meaning "back" or "rear," and "Stand," which translates to "status" or "standing." Thus, together, it implies something that is left behind in progress or remaining to be completed.
Similar words in the context of delay or deficit include "Verzögerung" (delay), "Defizit" (deficit), and "Verspätung" (lateness or tardiness).
"Rückstand" is particularly used in contexts related to tasks, payments, or substances, indicating something overdue, unfinished, or residues that are left behind, whereas words like "Verzögerung" focus primarily on the aspect of time delay and "Verspätung" typically applies to tardiness in schedules or arrivals. "Defizit" commonly relates to shortfalls in quantities, finances, or qualities compared to required or expected levels.
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Examples
Es bleibt ein Rückstand übrig.noun
There remains a residue.
Der Rückstand verringert sich kontinuierlich.noun
The arrears are decreasing continuously.
Der Rückstand muss beseitigt werden.noun
The backlog must be eliminated.
Im Wasser war ein kleiner Rückstand zu sehen.noun
A small residue could be seen in the water.
Im Labor wurde ein mysteriöser Rückstand entdeckt.noun
A mysterious residue was discovered in the laboratory.
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