German Word · Intermediate
Dauer
duration
Pronunciation: /ˈdaʊ̯ɐ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "duration".
Example
Die Dauer des Verfahrens – zwei Monate – hat uns überrascht.
The duration of the process—two months—surprised us.
Practice tips
- Practice Dauer out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.