Lebenszeit

/ˈleːbənsˌt͡saɪ̯t/
lifetime

In meiner Lebenszeit habe ich viel erlebt.

In my lifetime, I have experienced a lot.


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

Related Phrases

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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