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lifespan in German

lifespan in German is Lebenserwartung, Lebensdauer — lifespan means the length of time an organism typically lives.

lifespan in German

Lebenserwartung
noun
(biology) The length of time for which an organism lives.
Lebensdauer
noun
(by extension) The length of time for which something exists or is current, valid, or usable.

What does "lifespan" mean?

  1. noun The length of time an organism typically lives.
    "The average human lifespan has increased over the last century."
  2. noun The length of time something remains useful, valid, or in existence.
    "The phone's battery has a lifespan of about three years."

lifespan in a sentence

  • The average human lifespan has increased over the last century.
  • A housefly has a lifespan of just a few weeks.
  • The phone's battery has a lifespan of about three years.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "lifespan" in German?

"lifespan" in German is Lebenserwartung, Lebensdauer. lifespan means: The length of time an organism typically lives.

How do you use "lifespan" in a sentence?

Example: "The average human lifespan has increased over the last century." In German, "lifespan" is Lebenserwartung, Lebensdauer.

Are there other ways to say "lifespan" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "lifespan": Lebenserwartung, Lebensdauer.

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