der Überhang
Translation
overhang, surplus, excess
Examples
Der Felsen hat einen gefährlichen Überhang.
The rock has a dangerous overhang.
Es gibt einen Überhang an produzierten Waren.
There is a surplus of produced goods.
Grammar Patterns
((a surplus)) ((of sth.)) a surplus of sth. There is a surplus of applicants.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Vorsprung (projection), der Überschuss (surplus); Antonyms: der Mangel (lack), das Defizit (deficit)
Etymology
From über- (over) + Hang (slope, related to 'hängen' - to hang). Literally 'over-hang'.
Memory Tips
Directly corresponds to the English 'overhang'. For the surplus meaning, think of something 'hanging over' what is needed.