der Langzeitkonflikt
Translation
long-term conflict, protracted conflict
Examples
Diplomaten suchen eine Lösung für den Langzeitkonflikt.
Diplomats are seeking a solution to the long-term conflict.
Die Region leidet unter dem Langzeitkonflikt.
The region is suffering from the long-term conflict.
Grammar Patterns
a long-term conflict ((between)) There is a long-term conflict between the two countries.
to find a solution ((for)) a long-term conflict They are looking for a solution for the long-term conflict.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Dauerkonflikt (permanent conflict); Antonyms: kurzfristige Auseinandersetzung (short-term dispute)
Etymology
Composed of Lang (long) + Zeit (time) + Konflikt (conflict). It literally means a conflict that lasts a long time.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Langzeit' means long-term, and 'Konflikt' is a cognate of 'conflict'. It's a 'long-term conflict'.