das Lebensmotto
Translation
life motto, motto for life
Examples
Sein Lebensmotto ist 'Carpe Diem'.
His life motto is 'Carpe Diem'.
Was ist dein persönliches Lebensmotto?
What is your personal life motto?
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) life motto is ... My life motto is 'Be yourself'. Mein Lebensmotto ist 'Sei du selbst'.
Similar Words
die Devise (motto), der Leitspruch (guiding principle), das Credo (creed)
Etymology
A compound of 'Leben' (life) and 'Motto' (motto). Literally 'life motto'.
Memory Tips
It's a very direct compound word: your motto for your 'Leben' (life).