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    Prolongada (en. Prolonged)

    /pɾo.lonˈɡa.ða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That extends for a longer period of time than usual.
    The meeting was prolonged for more than three hours.
    La reunión fue prolongada más de tres horas.
    That extends in length or space.
    The shadow of the mountain is prolonged at sunset.
    La sombra de la montaña es prolongada al atardecer.
    That is delayed or has an excessive duration.
    The wait was prolonged due to an accident on the road.
    La espera fue prolongada debido a un accidente en la carretera.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'prolongata', past participle of 'prolongare', which means to lengthen or extend.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    prolonged wait
    A wait that takes longer than expected.
    prolongada espera
    prolonged discussion
    A discussion that extends over a long period of time.
    prolongada discusión
    prolonged absence
    An absence that extends beyond the usual.
    prolongada ausencia

    Related Words

    extend
    To extend something in time or space.
    prolongar
    prolongation
    The result of prolonging; the act of lengthening.
    prolongación
    elongated
    That has a longer shape than usual.
    alargada

    Slang Meanings

    To prolong something until it becomes uncomfortable.
    The conversation became so prolonged that everyone felt uncomfortable.
    La conversación se volvió tan prolongada que todos se sintieron incómodos.
    To make a situation extend unnecessarily.
    Don't prolong the party, it's already late.
    No prolongues la fiesta, ya es tarde.