No. 2,171 in Dutch
langdurige
"Langdurige" means "long-lasting" or "extended" in English.
In a sentence
De langdurige regenval heeft de straten onder water gezet.
The prolonged rainfall has flooded the streets.
In this sentence, 'langdurige' is used as an adjective to describe a phenomenon that happens over an extended period of time, namely 'regenval' (rainfall).
Langdurige blootstelling aan zonlicht kan schadelijk zijn voor de huid.
Prolonged exposure to sunlight can be harmful to the skin.
Here, 'langdurige' modifies 'blootstelling' (exposure), emphasizing that the exposure is continuous or extended over time.
Het project vereiste langdurige planning en voorbereiding.
The project required prolonged planning and preparation.
In this example, 'langdurige' is used to describe the planning process ('planning en voorbereiding') as being lengthy and requiring significant time.
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