Finesentence mobile logo
Sign in Login / Register

Remainders: meaning, definitions and examples

⏳
Add to dictionary

remainders

 

[ rɪˈmeɪndərz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

mathematics

The amount left over after dividing one number by another. It is the difference between the dividend and the product of the quotient and divisor.

Synonyms

leftover, remainder value.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

arrow down
Word Description / Examples
remainders

This term is suitable for both mathematical contexts and everyday situations where something is left after a specific action or process. It carries a neutral tone.

  • After subtracting the expenses, the remainders of the budget were allocated to savings.
  • In the equation 10 divided by 3, the remainders are 1.
leftover

Often used in everyday language, especially when talking about food or items remaining after an event or usage. It can be used both neutrally and negatively.

  • We had some pizza leftover from last night's dinner.
  • After the party, there were a few balloons and decorations left over.
remainder value

This phrase is technical and primarily used in a mathematical context, indicating the value left after performing a division.

  • When dividing 17 by 5, the remainder value is 2.
  • The programmer needed to calculate the remainder value for the function.

Examples of usage

  • The remainder of 10 divided by 3 is 1.
  • When you divide 15 by 4, the remainder is 3.
Context #2 | Noun

general

Something that is left over after all the rest has been used or taken.

Synonyms

leftover, residue.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

arrow down
Word Description / Examples
remainders

Use this word when referring to what is left after a division, or after most of something has been used, especially in academic or mathematical contexts.

  • When dividing 23 by 5, the remainder is 3.
  • After the event, there were only remainders of food left on the tables.
leftover

This word is mostly used in casual speaking or writing to describe what is left after a meal or an event.

  • We had some leftover pizza from last night's dinner.
  • Let's use the leftover fabric to make a new skirt.
residue

Best used in scientific or technical contexts to describe a small amount of something that remains after a process, such as a chemical reaction or the breakdown of materials.

  • There was a residue of soap left in the sink.
  • The pesticide left a residue on the fruits.

Examples of usage

  • She finished her meal, but there were remainders on her plate.
  • After the party, there were remainders of food and drinks.
Context #3 | Verb

general

To continue to exist or be left after a process has been completed.

Synonyms

endure, persist.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

arrow down
Word Description / Examples
remainders

Repeated entry; same as the first 'remainders'.

  • Already covered in the first 'remainders' entry.
persist

Used when talking about continuing an action or state despite obstacles or challenges. Often implies determination or stubbornness.

  • If you want to succeed, you must persist even when things get tough.
  • The scientist persisted in her experiments despite many failures.
endure

Used when describing the ability to withstand difficult or unpleasant situations over a period of time. Often used with a sense of resilience or strength.

  • Despite the pain, she managed to endure the long marathon.
  • He had to endure years of hardship before achieving success.

Examples of usage

  • The feeling of unease remained long after the event.
  • His influence remains strong in the industry.

Translations

Translations of the word "remainders" in other languages:

🇵🇹 restos

🇮🇳 अवशेष

🇩🇪 Reste

🇮🇩 sisa-sisa

🇺🇦 залишки

🇵🇱 resztki

🇯🇵 残り

🇫🇷 restes

🇪🇸 restos

🇹🇷 artıklar

🇰🇷 잔여물

🇸🇦 بقايا

🇨🇿 zbytky

🇸🇰 zvyšky

🇨🇳 剩余

🇸🇮 ostanki

🇮🇸 leifar

🇰🇿 қалдықтар

🇬🇪 ნარჩენები

🇦🇿 qalıqlar

🇲🇽 restos

Etymology

The word 'remainders' originated from the combination of 're-' meaning back or again, and 'maind' meaning stay or continue. In the context of mathematics, the term 'remainders' has been used for centuries to describe the leftover value after division. In general usage, 'remainders' refer to what is left over or persists after other elements have been used or taken.

See also: remain, remainder, remaining, remains.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,241, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.