die Überstunde
Translation
overtime, extra hour
Examples
Ich muss heute Überstunden machen.
I have to work overtime today.
Die Überstunden werden extra bezahlt.
The overtime hours are paid extra.
Grammar Patterns
Überstunden machen to work overtime I have to work overtime today.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Mehrarbeit; Antonyms: Freizeit (free time)
Etymology
Composed of 'über' (over) and 'Stunde' (hour), literally meaning 'over-hour'.
Memory Tips
Think of working 'over' your scheduled 'hours'. It's the German equivalent of 'overtime'.