Prolongs Meaning in English
word · lemma: prolong
Definition
To make something last longer or extend the duration of it.
Usage & Nuances
More formal or technical than 'extend.' Common with time, effects, or experiences: 'prolongs life,' 'prolongs the effect.' Rarely used with physical objects. Typically used in third person or passive.
Spanish: prolonga - alarga - extiendePortuguese (BR): prolonga - estende - ampliaPortuguese (PT): prolonga - estende - ampliaChinese (Simplified): 延长 - 拖延Chinese (Traditional): 延長 - 拖延Hindi: लंबा करता है - बढ़ाता हैArabic: يُطيل - يُمددBengali: দীর্ঘায়িত করে - দীর্ঘ করেRussian: продлевает - удлиняет (во времени)Japanese: 延ばす - 長引かせるVietnamese: kéo dàiKorean: 연장하다 - 늘리다Turkish: uzatır - sürdürürUrdu: طول دیتا ہےIndonesian: memperpanjang
Example Sentences
Drinking water prolongs life.
basic
Exercise prolongs good health.
basic
Taking breaks prolongs your focus.
basic
This medicine prolongs the effects so you feel better longer.
natural
Nothing prolongs a meeting like endless questions.
natural
Worrying only prolongs your stress; try to relax.
natural