This is the 3392nd most frequent Dutch word.
levensverwachting
Life expectancy.
Refers to the concept of 'average lifespan' in a population.
De levensverwachting in veel landen stijgt door verbeteringen in de medische zorg.
The life expectancy in many countries is increasing due to improvements in medical care.
Uses 'levensverwachting' to describe the typical duration of life for a plant.
De levensverwachting van deze plant is slechts enkele weken.
The lifespan of this plant is only a few weeks.
Applies 'levensverwachting' metaphorically to the expected usability duration of objects.