No. 3,392 in Dutch
levensverwachting
Life expectancy.
In a sentence
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.
Refers to the concept of 'average lifespan' in a population.
De levensverwachting van deze plant is slechts enkele weken.
The lifespan of this plant is only a few weeks.
Uses 'levensverwachting' to describe the typical duration of life for a plant.
De levensverwachting van elektronische apparatuur kan worden verlengd door zorgvuldige behandeling.
The lifespan of electronic devices can be extended through careful handling.
Applies 'levensverwachting' metaphorically to the expected usability duration of objects.
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