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“duration” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈdaʊ̯ɐ/

Example

Die Dauer des Kurses ist drei Monate.

The course is three months long.

Illustration for Dauer (duration)

How to say “duration” in German

“Duration” in German is Dauer.

A continuous stretch of time marked by a clear beginning and end.

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

Example sentences with Dauer

Wie lange ist die Dauer des Kurses?

What is the duration of the course?

Tips for using Dauer

  • The fixed phrase auf Dauer means in the long term or permanently, not simply during a period.

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