Längrevarande

Längrevarande is a Swedish adjective that translates to "long-lasting," "protracted," "prolonged," or "extended" in English. It is used to describe something that continues for a significant or extended period of time. The term is neutral and can be applied to a wide range of situations, both positive and negative.

For example, "längrevarande sjukdom" refers to a long-lasting illness, while "längrevarande vänskap" denotes an enduring friendship. It can also describe situations like "längrevarande diskussioner" (prolonged discussions) or "längrevarande torka" (an extended drought). The context in which the word is used typically clarifies whether the duration is desirable or undesirable.

The word is formed by combining "längre" (longer) and "varande" (being or existing). Its usage is common in everyday Swedish and appears in various forms of media and communication. Understanding "längrevarande" is key to comprehending descriptions of events, conditions, or relationships that persist over time.