Adjective / Adverb
wochenlang
Pronunciation: /ˈvɔχnlaŋ(k)/
lasting for weeks
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Meanings
Adjective
- lasting for weeks
Adverb
- for weeks
Example sentence
Die wochenlange Suche nach dem Ring hatte endlich Erfolg.
The weeks-long search for the ring was finally successful.
Usage
- wochenlang warten — wait for weeks; adverbial use
- nach wochenlanger Arbeit — after weeks of work; adjective ending before a noun
Wegen der Bauarbeiten blieb die Straße wochenlang gesperrt.
Because of the construction work, the road remained closed for weeks.