durability
gb/dɚəbˈɪlɪti/ us/dɚəbˈɪlɪti/
B2
English
tartósság, strapabíróság
NOUN
B2
1
tartósság
B2
Usage pattern:
durability of [something]; [adjective] durability; [something] is known for its durability
The phone case is popular because of its durability and simple design.
A telefontok a tartóssága és egyszerű kialakítása miatt népszerű.
Stainless steel was chosen for its durability in harsh weather.
A rozsdamentes acélt a zord időjárásban is megmaradó tartóssága miatt választották.
Washing the fabric too often can reduce its durability.
Learner examples
These shoes are known for their durability.
Ezek a cipők a tartósságukról ismertek.
We need a table with good durability.
Olyan asztalra van szükségünk, amely tartós.
Common mistake:
Durability is usually an uncountable noun. Use durable as the adjective: a durable bag, not a durability bag.
Meaning
Ability to withstand wear
Collocations
high durability
|excellent durability
|long-term durability
|proven durability
|product durability
|material durability
|durability testing
|improve durability
|reduce durability
|durability concerns
Synonyms
toughness (emphasizes resistance to damage or rough use)
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sturdiness (emphasizes strong physical construction)
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resilience (emphasizes recovering from stress or damage)
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longevity (emphasizes lasting for a long time)
Antonyms
fragility (the quality of breaking or being damaged easily)
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flimsiness (weakness caused by poor or light construction)
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vulnerability (openness to damage or failure)
Themes
products
|materials
|consumer_goods
|engineering
|quality
Definition
How well something lasts and does not break or wear out.
The quality of being able to stay in good condition despite use, wear, damage, or harsh conditions.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
2
tartósság
B2
Usage pattern:
durability of [agreement/policy/success]; [something]'s durability; test the durability of [something]
The scandal raised doubts about the durability of the coalition.
A botrány kétségeket ébresztett a koalíció tartósságával kapcsolatban.
Investors questioned the durability of the company's growth.
A befektetők megkérdőjelezték a vállalat növekedésének tartósságát.
The durability of the peace agreement will depend on trust between the two sides.
Learner examples
People are not sure about the durability of the new plan.
Az emberek nem biztosak az új terv tartósságában.
The team wants to prove the durability of its success.
A csapat be akarja bizonyítani a sikere tartósságát.
Common mistake:
In abstract contexts, durability can sound formal; in everyday speech, will last or lasting power may sound more natural.
Meaning
Lasting power of arrangements
Collocations
political durability
|economic durability
|durability of reforms
|durability of peace
|durability of growth
|institutional durability
|test the durability
|question the durability
|long-term durability
|durability of an agreement
Synonyms
staying power (more informal; the ability to continue despite difficulty)
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resilience (emphasizes surviving pressure or setbacks)
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permanence (stronger; suggests lasting indefinitely)
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longevity (emphasizes length of time)
Antonyms
instability (suggests something may change, fail, or collapse)
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transience (the quality of lasting only a short time)
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impermanence (the state of not being permanent)
Themes
politics
|business
|relationships
|ideas
|society
Definition
How likely a plan, agreement, success, or relationship is to last.
The ability of an idea, agreement, institution, result, or relationship to continue, remain effective, or keep its value over time.
NOUN
C2
TECHNICAL
3
tartósság
C1
Usage pattern:
durability of [data/transaction]; [system] guarantees durability; ACID durability
Durability is one of the ACID properties of a database transaction.
A tartósság az adatbázis-tranzakciók egyik ACID-tulajdonsága.
The system writes each transaction to disk to ensure durability after a crash.
A rendszer minden tranzakciót lemezre ír, hogy összeomlás után is biztosítsa a tartósságot.
Cloud storage services often advertise extremely high data durability.
Learner examples
In databases, durability means saved data stays saved.
Az adatbázisokban a tartósság azt jelenti, hogy az elmentett adatok elmentve maradnak.
Common mistake:
Do not confuse database durability with speed or security; it is about not losing data after it has been saved or committed.
Meaning
Persistence of stored data
Collocations
data durability
|transaction durability
|ACID durability
|durability guarantee
|durability property
|ensure durability
|guarantee durability
|storage durability
|high durability
|committed transaction durability
Synonyms
persistence (broader technical term for data continuing to exist)
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data persistence (more explicit technical term for saved data remaining stored)
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permanence (less technical; suggests lasting storage)
Antonyms
volatility (in computing, data is lost when power or storage state is not maintained)
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data loss (the failure that durability is meant to prevent)
Themes
computing
|databases
|software_engineering
|cloud_storage
Definition
In databases and storage systems, durability means saved data should not disappear after a failure.
In computing, the property that stored data or committed transactions remain saved and recoverable despite crashes, power loss, or other failures.
Grammar
Dictionary form
durability
IPA
GB/dɚəbˈɪlɪti/
US/dɚəbˈɪlɪti/
Syllables & stress
dur - ab - il - ity (4 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (ab)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: durability
- Plural: durabilities, durability
Expressions
built for durability
1/bˈɪlt fɚ dɚəbˈɪlɪti/
fixed phrase
Designed to last
Made to last and not break easily.
Examples
- This backpack is built for durability, not for fashion.
- The trucks are built for durability on rough roads.
- The laptop feels heavy because it was built for durability.
Learner examples
- These boots are built for durability.
- The table is built for durability.
durability rating
1/dɚəbˈɪlɪti ɹˈeɪtɪŋ/
fixed phrase
Score showing expected durability
A score that shows how well something should last.
Examples
- Check the durability rating before buying outdoor gear.
- The flooring has a high durability rating for busy public spaces.
- Several reviewers lowered the product's durability rating after long-term use.
Learner examples
- This helmet has a high durability rating.
- The bag got a low durability rating.
durability test
1/dɚəbˈɪlɪti tˈɛst/
fixed phrase
Test of how well something lasts
A test that checks whether something will last and not break easily.
Examples
- The company runs a durability test on every new suitcase design.
- The chair passed the durability test after 50,000 simulated sits.
- Engineers performed a durability test before approving the new bridge material.
Learner examples
- The bike passed the durability test.
- They did a durability test on the new phone case.
long-term durability
1/lˈɔŋ tˈɚm dɚəbˈɪlɪti/
fixed phrase
Durability over a long period
How well something lasts for many years or for a long time.
Examples
- The study will assess the long-term durability of the vaccine response.
- Buyers often pay more for furniture with proven long-term durability.
- The company needs to show the long-term durability of its business model.
Learner examples
- We want a roof with long-term durability.
- The test checks long-term durability.