Lebensspan

/ˈleːbənsˌʃpaːn/
lifespan

Der durchschnittliche Lebensspan eines Menschen hat sich in den letzten Jahrhunderten deutlich verlängert.

The average human lifespan has significantly increased over the past centuries.


general

The total duration of a person's life from birth to death.

Die moderne Medizin hat den Lebensspan vieler Menschen verlängert.

Modern medicine has extended the lifespan of many people.

Often used in biological, medical, or demographic contexts.

Collocations

Lebensspan verlängernto extend lifespanLebensspan verkürzento shorten lifespan

Pro Tip

Usage in Context

In German, 'Lebensspan' is often used in formal or technical contexts, such as medical research or demographic studies.

Word Origin

From 'Leben' (life) + 'Span' (span, duration). Literally 'span of life.'

Usage Notes

Commonly used in discussions about aging, health, and longevity. Can also refer to the lifespan of objects or systems in a metaphorical sense.

Word Breakdown

Leben
life
root
+
Span
span, duration
root
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