der/die/das Letztere
Translation
the latter, the last-mentioned
Examples
Von den zwei Optionen wähle ich die letztere.
Of the two options, I choose the latter.
Ich mag Äpfel und Birnen, aber letztere mehr.
I like apples and pears, but the latter more.
Grammar Patterns
of X and Y ... the latter ... Of wine and beer, I prefer the latter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der/die/das zuletzt Genannte; Antonyms: Ersterer (the former)
Etymology
A substantivized adjective, from 'letzt' meaning 'last'.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'letzt' means 'last'. 'Letztere' refers to the last of two things mentioned, i.e., 'the latter'.