SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION

solange/zoˈlaŋə/as long as; while

solange is a German subordinating conjunction that means as long as or while. It is pronounced /zoˈlaŋə/.

Definitions

1.during the entire time in which something happens or is the case(temporal condition)

a.as long as (throughout the time that...)

Du kannst mein Auto benutzen, solange du vorsichtig fährst.—You can use my car as long as you drive carefully.

b.while (during the time that...)

Solange ich arbeite, darf ich nicht gestört werden.—While I am working, I must not be disturbed.

Frequently asked questions

What does "solange" mean in English?
"solange" means as long as or while. It is a German subordinating conjunction.
How do you pronounce "solange"?
"solange" is pronounced /zoˈlaŋə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "solange"?
"solange" is a subordinating conjunction in German.

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