Spanish Conversation · Level 190
15 words
Spanish word
prolongación
Pronunciation
IPA/pɾoloŋgaˈθjon/
Meaning
- feminine nounextension
Example
Necesitamos una prolongación del plazo.
We need an extension of the deadline.
More examples
¿Puedo solicitar una prolongación del contrato?
Can I apply for a contract extension?
Core concept
Increase in the duration of an event or term.
Common phrases
prolongación del plazo
deadline extension
prolongación del contrato
contract extension
solicitar una prolongación
apply for an extension
Similar words
prórroga: Formally extends a deadline, contract, or official term.
extensión: Increases the duration or scope of something.
Definition in Spanish
Acción o resultado de prolongar algo; alarga la duración de un plazo, evento o situación.
Word origin
The noun is formed from prolongar and the suffix -ción, and prolongar ultimately comes from Latin prolongare (pro- 'forward' + longus 'long').
Usage tips
- Though English prolongation is a close cognate, prolongación sounds more formal in Spanish and speakers often choose prórroga for deadlines.