verbleibend
remaining
Used as an adjective to describe something that is left over or still present.
EXAMPLE
Den verbleibenden Rest des Kuchens heben wir für morgen auf.
We'll save the remaining rest of the cake for tomorrow.
verbleibend
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Meanings
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Word structure
'Verbleibend' (remaining) is the present participle of the verb 'verbleiben' (to remain). It is used like a normal adjective and describes something that is currently left over or still continuing.
EXAMPLE
Die verbleibende Arbeit müssen wir morgen erledigen.
We have to finish the remaining work tomorrow.
Register: Formal
Since the word is derived from the formal verb 'verbleiben' (to remain), the adjective 'verbleibend' (remaining) also has a rather formal or written character.
EXAMPLE
Der verbleibende Betrag wird in zwei Raten gezahlt.
The remaining amount will be paid in two installments.
Typical collocations
Common nouns combined with 'verbleibend' (remaining) refer to quantities, time, or tasks. Typical phrases are 'der verbleibende Rest' (the remaining remainder), 'die verbleibende Zeit' (the remaining time), or 'die verbleibenden Mittel' (the remaining funds/resources).
EXAMPLE
Mit der verbleibenden Energie konnte er das Rennen gerade noch beenden.
With his remaining energy, he was just able to finish the race.
Compare with
verbleibend vs übrig
left over
Übrig is the common, everyday term for a remainder that is still present. verbleibend basically means the same thing, but sounds more formal and is often used in factual texts. In conversation, übrig is usually more suitable; in a formal description, verbleibend is more appropriate.
verbleibend
Der verbleibende Betrag reicht für die Reparatur aus.
The remaining amount is enough to cover the repair.
übrig
Nach dem Essen ist noch etwas Kuchen übrig.
There is still some cake left after the meal.
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