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The length or period of time that something lasts or continues.
Die Zeitdauer des Fluges war länger als erwartet.
The duration of the flight was longer than expected.
Die Zeitdauer der Behandlung hängt von der Schwere der Erkrankung ab.
The duration of the treatment depends on the severity of the illness.
Often used in technical, scientific, or formal contexts to specify the length of time something takes.
Use 'Zeitdauer' in formal or technical writing. In casual speech, 'Dauer' or 'Zeitspanne' are more natural.
From 'Zeit' (time) + 'Dauer' (duration), combining two German nouns to describe the length of time something lasts.
Commonly used in formal or technical contexts, such as in scientific reports, medical descriptions, or travel itineraries. Avoid in casual conversation where simpler terms like 'Dauer' or 'Zeitspanne' might be more appropriate.