English–German

“as long as” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/zoˈlaŋə/

Example

Ich bleibe hier, solange du mich brauchst.

I'll stay here as long as you need me.

Illustration for solange (as long as)

How to say “as long as” in German

“As long as” in German is solange.

A temporary rule stays active from the moment a stated condition begins until that condition or period ends.

Full entry for solange: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with solange

Ich helfe dir gern, solange ich Zeit habe.

I am happy to help you as long as I have time.

Tips for using solange

  • Solange covers both duration and a condition, whereas während more directly presents events as occurring at the same time.

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