Rückstand Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Rückstand" is used as noun with the meaning of "residue", "remainder" or "remnant".

Essential properties of "Rückstand"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: masculine
  • Singular: der Rückstand
  • Plural: die Rückstände

Meanings of "Rückstand" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Residue or remainder after a process"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Rückstand im Filter muss entfernt werden.The residue in the filter must be removed.
  2. Nach dem Kochen bleibt ein Rückstand im Topf.After cooking, a residue remains in the pot.
  3. Der Rückstand von Chemikalien ist gefährlich.The residue of chemicals is dangerous.

2.) "Being behind in a competition or task"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Team hat einen Rückstand von zehn Punkten.The team has a deficit of ten points.
  2. Er holte den Rückstand schnell auf.He quickly caught up the deficit.
  3. Der Rückstand im Rennen war erheblich.The lag in the race was significant.
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