This is the 221st most frequent Dutch word.
rest
The Dutch word "rest" means "remainder" or "what is left."
Here, 'rest' refers to the remaining part of a group, indicating the members who did not move on.
De rest van de groep bleef achter.
The rest of the group stayed behind.
'Rust' in this sentence (a form of rest in Dutch) indicates a period of relaxation or pause after activity.
Na hard werken verdient iedereen wat rust.
After hard work, everyone deserves some rest.
In this context, 'restjes' (a diminutive of rest) refers to leftovers, small amounts of food remaining after a meal.