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leben

English translation of leben

to live

The German word 'leben' is used to express the action of living or being alive. It can be used in various contexts, such as 'Ich lebe in Berlin' (I live in Berlin) or 'Wie lebst du?' (How do you live?). It can also be used in a more abstract sense to express the experience of life, as in 'Das Leben ist schön' (Life is beautiful).


Example sentences using: leben

Wir leben nur einmal.

English translation of Wir leben nur einmal.

We only live once.

This phrase is used to emphasize the need to make the most of life's opportunities as we only have one life to live.

Er liebt das Leben auf dem Land.

English translation of Er liebt das Leben auf dem Land.

He loves life in the country.

This phrase is used to describe someone's preference for a rural or country lifestyle.

Du musst das Leben genießen.

English translation of Du musst das Leben genießen.

You must enjoy life.

This phrase advises the importance of finding joy and satisfaction in life.

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