aus|leben
Translation
to live out, to act out, to live life to the full
Examples
Er will seine Kreativität ausleben.
He wants to live out his creativity.
In der Jugend will man sich ausleben.
In one's youth, one wants to live life to the full.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to live sth. out He lives out his dreams.
((sich)) to live life to the full She lived life to the full in her youth.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verwirklichen (to realize), entfalten (to unfold), genießen (to enjoy)
Etymology
From the prefix 'aus-' (out, fully) and the verb 'leben' (to live). It means to 'live out' or 'live fully'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'living' your inner feelings or desires 'out' in the open, without holding back.