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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
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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
rootSpan
span, duration
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