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Lebenszeit

/ˈleːbənsˌt͡saɪ̯t/
noun★Intermediate— lifetime
general

The period of time during which a person is alive; one's lifetime.

Er nutzte seine Lebenszeit, um die Welt zu bereisen.

He used his lifetime to travel the world.

💡

Often used in philosophical or reflective contexts.

general

The duration of a person's active or productive years.

Sie widmete ihre Lebenszeit der Wissenschaft.

She devoted her lifetime to science.

💡

Can imply dedication to a cause or profession.

Collocations

die Lebenszeit nutzento make the most of one's lifein seiner Lebenszeitin one's lifetime

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

die Lebenszeit vergeht schnellphrase
time flies

💡Pro Tip

Philosophical Use

Lebenszeit is often used in discussions about the meaning of life or personal achievements.

⚡Gold Rule

Capitalization

Always capitalize 'Lebenszeit' as it is a German noun.

📖Word Origin

From 'Leben' (life) + 'Zeit' (time). A compound noun reflecting the duration of one's existence.

📝Usage Notes

Often used in reflective or philosophical contexts to discuss the passage of time or personal achievements.

Word Breakdown

Leben
life
root
+
Zeit
time
root
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