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lifespan

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈlaɪfˌspæn/ · UK /ˈlaɪfspæn/

lifespan means: The length of time that a person, animal, or plant lives.

noun

LENGTH OF LIFEB2

The length of time that a person, animal, or plant lives.

  • These insects have a short lifespan.
  • A healthy diet may increase your lifespan.
  • What is the average lifespan of a cat?

Similar words: life expectancy, lifetime

Common phrases: average lifespan, human lifespan, short lifespan, longer lifespan

Questions about lifespan

What does lifespan mean?

The length of time that a person, animal, or plant lives.

What is lifespan in other languages?

Türkçe: ömür · Español: duración de vida · Français: durée de vie · Deutsch: Lebensdauer · Italiano: durata della vita · 日本語: 寿命

How do you pronounce lifespan?

In American English /ˈlaɪfˌspæn/; in British English /ˈlaɪfspæn/.

How do you use lifespan in a sentence?

These insects have a short lifespan. A healthy diet may increase your lifespan.

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