English–German
“leftover” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈyːbɐˌʁɛst/
Example
Nach dem Essen blieben nur ein paar Überreste auf dem Teller.
After the meal, only a few leftovers remained on the plate.
How to say “leftover” in German
“Leftover” in German is Überrest.
Something left over as evidence of what used to be larger, from scraps on a plate to remnants of a past culture.
Example sentences with Überrest
Im Museum sind historische Überreste ausgestellt.
Historical relics are on display in the museum.
Tips for using Überrest
- For ordinary leftover food, German usually uses Reste, while Überreste suits remains, relics, or more formal descriptions.