überlebend
Translation
surviving
Examples
Der überlebende Passagier erzählte seine Geschichte.
The surviving passenger told his story.
Es gibt nur wenige überlebende Zeugen.
There are only a few surviving witnesses.
Grammar Patterns
((attributive)) as an adjective before a noun the surviving witness
Similar Words
am Leben (alive)
Etymology
The present participle of 'überleben' (to survive), which comes from 'über-' (over, beyond) + 'leben' (to live). Literally 'over-living' or 'living beyond' an event.
Memory Tips
Think of 'over-living' a disaster. Someone who is 'überlebend' has lived 'over' and past a dangerous situation.