restante
“restante” means “remaining” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
remaining
Also: leftover
📝 In Action
Pagaré la cantidad restante el próximo lunes.
A2I will pay the remaining amount next Monday.
Solo nos queda el tiempo restante para terminar el proyecto.
B1We only have the remaining time to finish the project.
Los fondos restantes se usarán para comprar libros.
B2The remaining funds will be used to buy books.
the remainder
Also: the rest
📝 In Action
Usamos diez euros y el restante fue para la propina.
B1We used ten euros and the remainder was for the tip.
Se vendió la mitad del terreno y el restante se convirtió en un parque.
B2Half of the land was sold and the rest was turned into a park.
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Quick Quiz: restante
Question 1 of 3
Which of these phrases correctly means 'the remaining money'?
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From the Latin 'restans', which is the current participle of 'restare', meaning to stay behind or stand still.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'resto' and 'restante'?
'Resto' is a noun (the rest), while 'restante' is usually an adjective (remaining). You say 'el resto del grupo' (the rest of the group) but 'el tiempo restante' (the remaining time).
Can 'restante' be used for people?
Yes, but it's a bit formal. You might see 'los jugadores restantes' (the remaining players) in a report, though in conversation people often just say 'los demás'.
Is 'restante' related to the math word for subtraction?
Yes! It comes from the verb 'restar' (to subtract). When you subtract something, what's left is 'el restante' (the remainder).