Long - translation, pronunciation and examples
long
lasting a long time
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漫长的冬天
漫长的夏天
漫长的季节
漫长的等待
长时间
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General, neutral — indicates a great extent in time or length
Somewhat formal; emphasizes that something lasted longer than expected or usual
Often used for speeches or procedures; neutral to mildly negative connotation
Emphasizes durability or effects that continue over a long time
Formal and often negative — emphasizes that something was unnecessarily or bitterly long
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long synonyms
What's the difference between long / prolonged / lengthy / long-lasting / protracted / enduring
General, neutral — indicates a great extent in time or length
It was a long winter.
Это была продолжительная зима.
Somewhat formal; emphasizes that something lasted longer than expected or usual
They experienced a prolonged period of rain.
Они пережили продолжительный период дождей.
Often used for speeches or procedures; neutral to mildly negative connotation
The committee had a lengthy discussion.
Комитет вел продолжительное обсуждение.
They formed a long-lasting friendship.
Они завели продолжительную дружбу.
Formal and often negative — emphasizes that something was unnecessarily or bitterly long
The negotiations became protracted and difficult.
Переговоры затянулись и стали трудными.
Often positive or neutral — emphasizes lasting through time or difficulty
Her legacy remains enduring.
Её наследие остаётся долговечным/продолжительным.
Informal/pejorative — emphasizes that something was made longer than necessary
The process was unnecessarily drawn-out.
Процесс был неоправданно затянут.
Suggests deliberately made longer or formally lengthened (period, warranty, deadline)
They agreed to an extended deadline.
Они согласились на продлённый срок.
Means without interruption — continuous; focuses on lack of breaks rather than long total duration
There was continuous rain for three days.
Шёл непрерывный дождь три дня.
Describes duration over an extended future period — used for plans, effects, relationships
They made a long-term investment.
Они сделали долгосрочное вложение.
Used for something established or existing for a long period (e.g., problem, tradition)
They have a long-standing partnership.
У них давнее/продолжительное партнёрство.
Hyperbolic and negative — suggests something seems endless or unbearably long
The meeting felt interminable.
Совещание казалось бесконечным.
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How to pronounce long and what this word means
long translation: продолжительный. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce long
/ˈlɒŋ/
long translation
продолжительный
long examples
We had a long summer with many hot days.
long transcription
/ˈlɒŋ/, /ˈlɔŋ/
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long meaning: what does it mean?
lasting a long time
long pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
long is pronounced as /ˈlɒŋ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
long definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
We had a long summer with many hot days. Translation: Был продолжительный период жары этим летом.
Is long part of Seasons vocabulary?
Yes, long (продолжительный) can be learned in the Seasons topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is long part of Weather and Seasons vocabulary?
Yes, long (продолжительный) can be learned in the Weather and Seasons topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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