letzteren
Translation
the latter
Examples
Ich ziehe den letzteren Film vor.
I prefer the latter film.
Er sprach mit den letzteren Gästen.
He spoke with the latter guests.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective before a noun)) the latter ... I prefer the latter plan.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der/die/das Zweitgenannte (the second-mentioned); Antonyms: ersteren (the former)
Etymology
An inflected form of 'letzter' (last). The '-eren' ending indicates a specific grammatical case, gender, and number.
Memory Tips
Think of 'latter' in English. It refers to the second of two things previously mentioned. 'Letzt' sounds like 'last'.