ADJECTIVE

permanent/pɛʁmaˈnɛnt/permanent; lasting; constant

permanent is a German adjective that means permanent, lasting, or constant. It is pronounced /pɛʁmaˈnɛnt/.

Definitions

1.lasting or existing for a long time without change(dauerhaftigkeit)

a.not temporary or provisional

Wir suchen eine permanente Lösung für das Problem.—We are looking for a permanent solution to the problem.

b.remaining the same over a long period

Er lebt in permanentem Stress.—He lives in constant stress.

Adjective Forms

Positivepermanent

Frequently asked questions

What does "permanent" mean in English?
"permanent" means permanent, lasting, or constant. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "permanent"?
"permanent" is pronounced /pɛʁmaˈnɛnt/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "permanent"?
"permanent" is a adjective in German.

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