lungengängig

respirable; capable of reaching the lungs

English translations

  1. 01

    long-lasting

  2. 02

    durable

Word details

German meaning
Die Fähigkeit von Partikeln, bis in die Lunge vorzudringen.
English meaning
Respirable
German example
Feinstaub kann lungengängig sein und gesundheitsschädliche Auswirkungen haben.
English example
Fine dust can be respirable and have harmful health effects.

Example sentences with “lungengängig”

  1. Der Feinstaub ist lungengängig und daher gefährlich. (The fine dust is respirable and therefore dangerous.)

Frequently asked questions

When is 'lungengängig' used?

It is a technical term used in health and safety, referring to particles small enough to penetrate deep into the lungs.