prolong
word
Definition
To make something last longer than usual or to extend its duration.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in formal or technical settings. Often appears with time-related nouns: 'prolong life', 'prolong the meeting', 'prolong suffering'. Implies intentional extension, not by accident.
Spanish: prolongarPortuguese (BR): prolongarPortuguese (PT): prolongarChinese (Simplified): 延长Chinese (Traditional): 延長Hindi: लंबा करनाArabic: يُطيلBengali: দীর্ঘায়িত করা - বাড়ানোRussian: продлевать - удлинятьJapanese: 延ばす - 引き延ばすVietnamese: kéo dàiKorean: 연장하다 - 늘리다Turkish: uzatmakUrdu: لمبا کرناIndonesian: memperpanjang
Example Sentences
The doctor tried to prolong the patient's life.
basic
Heavy traffic can prolong your travel time.
basic
We decided to prolong our stay by one more day.
basic
Don't prolong the meeting—everyone's ready to leave.
natural
Taking breaks can prolong your ability to focus.
natural
She tried to prolong the conversation because she enjoyed his company.
natural