ADJECTIVE

laufend/ˈlaʊ̯fn̩t/ongoing; continual; current

laufend is a German adjective that means ongoing, continual, or current. It is pronounced /ˈlaʊ̯fn̩t/.

Definitions

1.happening without interruption; ongoing(time/duration)

a.continuing over a period of time, not stopping

Die laufenden Kosten sind dieses Jahr gestiegen.The ongoing costs have risen this year.

2.repeatedly or continually taking place(regularity)

a.occurring regularly or habitually

Wir prüfen die Daten laufend auf Fehler.We continually check the data for errors.

3.currently; at the moment (as adverb)(currently)

a.at the current time

Das Projekt ist laufend in Bearbeitung.The project is currently in progress.

Adjective Forms

Positivelaufend

Frequently asked questions

What does "laufend" mean in English?
"laufend" means ongoing, continual, or current. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "laufend"?
"laufend" is pronounced /ˈlaʊ̯fn̩t/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "laufend"?
"laufend" is a adjective in German.

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