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Zeitraum
/ˈt͡saɪ̯tˌʁaʊ̯m/
period of time
Der Zeitraum für die Bewerbung beträgt zwei Wochen.
The application period lasts two weeks.
general
a span or duration of time, often with a specific start and end point
Der Zeitraum der Studie umfasst fünf Jahre.
The study period covers five years.
Bitte geben Sie den genauen Zeitraum an.
Please specify the exact time period.
Often used in formal or administrative contexts to refer to a defined timeframe.
Collocations
ein bestimmter Zeitrauma specific period of timeein langer Zeitrauma long period of timeder aktuelle Zeitraumthe current period
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Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
'Zeitraum' is more formal and precise. For casual conversation, consider 'Zeitspanne' or 'Periode'.
Gold Rule
Capitalization
Always capitalize 'Zeitraum' as it is a German noun.
Word Origin
From 'Zeit' (time) + 'Raum' (space), literally 'time space'
Usage Notes
In formal contexts, 'Zeitraum' is often used to describe official or contractual timeframes. In everyday speech, 'Zeitspanne' or 'Periode' may be more common.
Word Breakdown
Zeit
time
rootRaum
space
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