langlebig
The English phrase "long lasting" is translated into German as langlebig.
langlebig is used to describe something that remains functional or in good condition for a long time, typically focusing on the physical lifespan of an object.
Which one should you use?
While langlebig focuses on the lifespan of an object, dauerhaft is often used to describe something that is permanent or constant, such as a solution or a state. Additionally, beständig is used for things that are stable or consistent over time, whereas langlebig specifically refers to the physical longevity of an object.
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adjective, langlebig changes its form depending on its role in a sentence. It takes an inflectional ending like langlebige when used before a feminine or plural noun. It also takes endings such as langlebigen when used in the accusative masculine singular or in the dative case.
Did you know?
- While an object is langlebig, a relationship or a feeling is rarely described this way. To express that an emotion or a bond is long-lasting, Germans prefer the word beständig to avoid making the connection sound like a mechanical property.
- In German consumer culture, langlebigkeit is often paired with Nachhaltigkeit to distinguish between an object that simply lasts a long time and one that is ecologically sustainable.
- If a German speaker describes a battery as langlebig, they are referring to its total lifespan over years, whereas they would use ausdauernd for a battery that lasts a long time on a single charge.
Examples in context
- Die Technologie des Produktes ist langlebig und zuverlässig.The technology of the product is long lasting and reliable.
- Die Ergebnisse der Studie sind beständig und können reproduziert werden.The study's results are long lasting and reproducible.
- Das dauerhafte Denkmal erinnert an die Geschichte der Stadt.The long lasting monument commemorates the city's history.
- ein langlebiges ProduktA long-lasting product
- Diese Wanderschuhe sind sehr langlebig.These hiking boots are very long lasting.
- Wir brauchen eine langlebige Lösung für das Problem.We need a long lasting solution for the problem.
Example conversation
Laura and Lukas are shopping for a new vacuum cleaner.
- LauraIst dieses Gerät langlebig?Is this device long lasting?
- LukasJa, es hat eine sehr gute Qualität.Yes, it has very good quality.
- LauraDann nehmen wir dieses Modell, Lukas.Then we will take this model, Lukas.
- LukasDas ist eine gute Entscheidung.That is a good decision.
