Solange Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Solange" is mainly used as conjunction meaning "as long as", "while" or "so long as". It is also used as adverb.

Essential properties of "solange"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Conjunction

subordinating

Meanings of "solange" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Indicates duration or condition: 'as long as'"

"Solange", when used with this meaning, acts as conjunction.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich warte hier, solange du einkaufst.I'll wait here as long as you shop.
  2. Solange es regnet, bleiben wir zu Hause.As long as it rains, we'll stay home.
  3. Er wird arbeiten, solange er kann.He will work as long as he can.

2.) "Indicates an extended period: 'for so long'"

"Solange", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Warum hast du solange gewartet?Why did you wait for so long?
  2. Ich habe dich solange nicht gesehen.I haven't seen you for so long.
  3. Bleib solange, wie du möchtest.Stay for as long as you like.
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