Spanish Conversation · Level 57
74 words
Spanish word
restante
Pronunciation
IPA/resˈtante/
Meaning
- masculine nounthe rest
Example
Los restantes llegaron tarde.
The rest arrived late.
More examples
El restante del pago se abonará el próximo mes.
The remainder of the payment will be paid next month.
Core concept
Elements remaining inside a group after some are removed.
Common phrases
el restante del pago
the remainder of the payment
los restantes
the remaining ones
Similar words
resto: People remaining in a group after others leave, used as a neutral term in counts or reports.
Definition in Spanish
Describe aquello que queda dentro de un conjunto o grupo tras separar una parte.
Word origin
It is derived from the verb restar 'to subtract' plus the suffix -ante, which forms an adjective meaning 'that which remains'.
Usage tips
- When referring to people, speakers normally say los demás in conversation while los restantes sounds more formal or written.