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Short-lived

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Meanings of Short-lived

Adjective

  • Something that does not last long or is only around for a little while.

Explanation of the word: Short-lived

Short-lived means something that doesn't last a long time. Like a butterfly that only lives for a little while.

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Translations for the word: Short-lived

hindi
अल्पकालिक (alpkaalik)

alpkaalik

तेज़ी से खत्म (tezī se khatm)

tezī se khatm

छोटा जीवन (chhota jeevan)

chhota jeevan

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Short-lived

What does 'short-lived' mean?
'Short-lived' means something that does not last for a long time. It can refer to things like a flower that blooms for just a few days or a fun event that ends quickly.
How do you pronounce 'short-lived'?
You pronounce 'short-lived' like this: 'short' (rhymes with 'fort') and 'lived' (like the past tense of live). So it sounds like 'short-livd'.
What is the origin of the word 'short-lived'?
The word 'short-lived' comes from the combination of 'short', meaning not long, and 'lived', which relates to life. It has been used in English for many years to describe things that are brief.
What is the meaning of 'short-lived' in Bengali?
The word 'short-lived' in Bengali is 'অল্পকালীন' (Ôlpokalīn).