Längerdauende

Längerdauende is a German adjective that translates to "longer-lasting" or "prolonged" in English. It is used to describe something that continues for an extended period of time. The word is formed by combining the comparative form of the adjective "lang" (long), which is "länger" (longer), with the present participle of the verb "dauern" (to last or endure), which is "dauernd" (lasting).

The term "längerdauende" can be applied to a wide range of situations and phenomena. For example, it might describe a relationship that has lasted for many years, a period of illness that is unusually long, or an effect that persists over a significant duration. It can also be used in a more abstract sense, such as referring to a prolonged economic downturn or a long-lasting impact of a historical event.

In its grammatical function, "längerdauende" typically acts as an adjective modifying a noun. For instance, one might speak of "eine längerdauende Freundschaft" (a longer-lasting friendship) or "ein längerdauendes Problem" (a prolonged problem). The specific context will determine the precise nuance of the word, but the core meaning remains that of extended duration. It implies a contrast with something that is shorter or more temporary.