die Restregierung
Translation
remnant government, rump government
Examples
Nach dem Putsch gab es nur noch eine Restregierung.
After the coup, there was only a remnant government.
Die Restregierung hatte kaum noch Macht.
The remnant government had hardly any power left.
Grammar Patterns
((the remnant government)) the remnant government The remnant government was not recognized.
Similar Words
Übergangsregierung (transitional government), Rumpfstaat (rump state)
Etymology
Composed of 'Rest' (rest, remainder) and 'Regierung' (government). Literally, the 'remaining government'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'rest' of a government that is left after a major political upheaval.