mit jemandem zusammenwohnen

/mɪt ˈjeːmandəm t͡suˈzamənˌvoːnən/
phraseIntermediate to live with someone
informal

To share a living space with another person, typically in a romantic or close personal relationship.

Nach der Hochzeit beschlossen sie, zusammenzuziehen.

After the wedding, they decided to move in together.

Er hat seit zwei Jahren mit seinem besten Freund zusammengelebt.

He has been living with his best friend for two years.

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This phrase is commonly used to describe cohabitation in a shared household, often implying a long-term or committed relationship.

Collocations

mit jemandem zusammenlebento live together with someonezusammenziehento move in together

Related Phrases

zusammenziehenphrase
to move in together
eine WG gründenphrase
to start a shared flat (WG = Wohngemeinschaft)

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

The phrase is often used in discussions about relationships, housing, or lifestyle choices.

Gold Rule

Formal vs. Informal

In formal contexts, you might say 'zusammenleben' instead of 'zusammenwohnen'.

📖Word Origin

The phrase combines 'mit' (with), 'jemandem' (someone), and 'zusammenwohnen' (to live together), reflecting the literal meaning of shared living arrangements.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is neutral and can refer to any type of cohabitation, whether romantic, familial, or platonic. It is commonly used in everyday conversation.

Word Breakdown

mit
with
preposition
+
jemandem
someone
pronoun
+
zusammenwohnen
to live together
verb
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