German Word · Intermediate
überbleiben
to remain
Pronunciation: /ˈyːbɐˌblaɪ̯bn̩/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to remain".
Example
1912, Martin Luther, Lutherbibel von 1912, Numbers 33:55 (with KJV translation)
But if ye will not drive out the inhabitants of the land from before you; then it shall come to pass, that those which ye let remain of them shall be pricks in your eyes
Practice tips
- Practice überbleiben out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.