Pronunciation

/rɪˈmeɪnz/

Definitions

Noun

1. The part that remains after something else has been consumed, used, or removed; leftovers.
   • Example: “The dinner table was cleared, leaving only a few remnants on the plate.”
2. Something that persists or continues to be present, often after a change or event.
   • Example: “After the storm, the community remained resilient and united.”

Verb

1. To remain in a particular state or condition; persist.
   • Example: “The old house still remains standing after all these years.”
2. To continue to exist or be applicable.
   • Example: “Her advice continues to remain relevant even today.”

Adjective

1. Not changed or altered, as in appearance or character.
   • Example: “The ruins of the castle still bear witness to its original remains.”
2. Remaining; leftover.
   • Example: “There were some bread crumbs and fruit remains in the fridge.”

Phrases

• “Remains intact” means something is undamaged or unchanged.
• “Remains of” refers to the残余部分 or遗迹 of something.
• “Remains to be seen” indicates that the outcome is yet uncertain.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The remains of the ancient civilization were discovered by archaeologists.”
• Verb: “Despite the fire, the library’s main structural remains were saved.”
• Adjective: “The remains of her childhood home held many nostalgic memories.”

Synonyms

-残余 -Residue -Leftover -Remnant -Remainsder -Remnant (noun specifically)