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    Durer (en. Last)

    /dy.ʁe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To extend over time.
    The movie lasts two hours.
    Le film dure deux heures.
    To have a certain resistance or solidity.
    This material lasts a long time.
    Cette matière dure longtemps.
    To concern the duration of an event.
    The event will last all day.
    L'événement durera toute la journée.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'durare,' meaning 'to last' or 'to maintain.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    last like an oak
    To be very solid or durable.
    durer comme un chêne
    it’s going to last
    It will continue for a certain period.
    ça va durer
    last for centuries
    To have extreme longevity.
    durer des siècles

    Related Words

    durability
    The capacity to last over time.
    durabilité
    duration
    The measure of time during which something occurs.
    durée

    Slang Meanings

    Tough cookie
    He's a tough cookie, he never gives up.
    C'est un dur à cuire, il ne baisse jamais les bras.
    Tough as a rock
    He is tough as a rock, he never shows his emotions.
    Il est dur comme un roc, il ne montre jamais ses émotions.