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Laufzeit
German → American English
American English
Duration
Der Zeitraum, in dem etwas läuft, gültig ist oder in Betrieb ist; auch die Dauer eines Vorgangs.
Die Laufzeit des Vertrags beträgt zwei Jahre.Laufzeit is often used for contracts, loans, software, and technical processes. For general “duration,” Dauer is usually the more natural word.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Laufzeit mean in English?
Laufzeit usually means “duration,” “term,” or “running time,” depending on context.
Is Laufzeit the same as Dauer?
They overlap, but Dauer is the more general everyday word for “duration,” while Laufzeit is often used for contracts, technical systems, or software.
How do you say Laufzeit in a contract context?
In contract contexts, Laufzeit is often translated as “term” or “duration.”
How do you say Laufzeit in software or computing?
In computing, Laufzeit is often translated as “runtime.”