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Translation

to last, take time; to continue

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Word origin

From Latin durare (to harden, endure), via Old French durer.

Origin
Latin
Root
durare
English cognates
durable, endure

Grammar

Verb typeweak, regular, perfect with haben

Examples

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The film lasts about two hours.

Reparatur ?

How long did the repair take?

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That is taking far too long for my liking.

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This word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 7: Words 651-660.