Translation of German word "solange" to English
solange
/zoːlɑŋə/
Meaning
ConjunctionUsed other than figuratively or idiomatically: see as, long.
How to use
The subordinating conjunction solange ('as long as / while') introduces temporal clauses, sending the conjugated verb to the end (Solange du Fieber hast, bleibst du im Bett — As long as you have a fever, you stay in bed).
🇬🇧 English
as long as
Example
Es dauerte dreimal so lange, wie ich erwartet hatte.
It took three times as long as I expected.
Es macht mir nichts aus, wenn er dort bleibt, solange er hinterher aufräumt, wenn er fertig ist.
I don't mind if he stays there as long as he cleans up after he's done.
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Common phrases
- solange ich lebe— as long as I live
- solange es geht— as long as it works / is possible
- solange du hier bist— as long as you are here
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What is the definition of the German word "solange"?▼
The German word "solange" is defined as: "Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see as, long."
What does the German word "solange" mean?▼
The German word "solange" means "as long as" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "solange"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Es dauerte dreimal so lange, wie ich erwartet hatte." (which translates as "It took three times as long as I expected.").
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