die Lebensader
Translation
lifeline, artery, lifeblood
Examples
Der Fluss ist die Lebensader der Region.
The river is the lifeline of the region.
Die Autobahn ist eine wichtige Lebensader für die Wirtschaft.
The motorway is an important artery for the economy.
Grammar Patterns
to be the lifeline of sth. to be the lifeline of sth. The river is the lifeline of the region.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lifeline, lifeblood, main artery
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Leben' (life) and 'Ader' (vein, artery). Literally 'life artery', used figuratively.
Memory Tips
Picture an 'Ader' (artery) that carries 'Leben' (life) to a city or region, like a river or a major road.