long-term
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long-term
Describes something that is planned for, applies to, or lasts for a long period in the future. It is the opposite of 'kurzfristig' (short-term).
Wir benötigen eine langfristige Lösung für das Energieproblem, nicht nur schnelle Korrekturen.
We need a long-term solution to the energy problem, not just quick fixes.
The word is made up of 'lang' (long) and 'Frist' (a period of time) and becomes an adjective with '-ig'. So it literally describes something that concerns a long time span.
Das Unternehmen verfolgt eine langfristige Strategie.
The company is pursuing a long-term strategy.
'Langfristig' can stand not only as an adjective before a noun, but also as an adverb. It then describes how or for what period of time an action applies.
Wir brauchen einen langfristigen Plan.
We need a long-term plan.
'Langfristig' (long-term) is often used in economic, political, or planning contexts. Typical nouns are 'Lösung' (solution), 'Ziel' (goal), 'Planung' (planning), or 'Investition' (investment).
Eine langfristige Investition in Bildung zahlt sich immer aus.
A long-term investment in education always pays off.
permanent / lasting
Both words can describe something that is intended to exist or remain valid for many years. “Langfristig” mainly describes the long period for which something is planned or continues. “Dauerhaft,” on the other hand, emphasizes that something is expected to remain and is not merely temporary. Use “langfristig” for the plan and “dauerhaft” for the state.
Mit diesem Plan wollen wir langfristig die Kosten senken.
With this plan, we want to reduce costs in the long term.
Nach vielen Gesprächen fanden wir eine dauerhafte Lösung für das Problem.
After many discussions, we found a lasting solution to the problem.
