No. 2,994 in Russian
дольше
"Дольше" means "longer" (in terms of time).
In a sentence
Я могу работать дольше обычного сегодня.
I can work longer than usual today.
In this sentence, 'дольше' signifies an extension of time beyond what is typical or expected, acting as a comparative adverb.
Он остался на вечеринке дольше всех.
He stayed at the party longer than anyone else.
Here, 'дольше' is used to compare his staying time to others', emphasizing the maximal extent of duration.
Мы будем жить здесь дольше, если сможем найти хорошую работу.
We will live here longer if we can find a good job.
In this statement, 'дольше' conveys a hypothetical extension of residence time in the context of a condition.
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