auf|leben
Translation
to revive, to liven up, to feel revitalized, to perk up
Examples
Nach dem Urlaub ist er richtig aufgelebt.
After the vacation, he really revived.
Die alte Tradition lebt wieder auf.
The old tradition is reviving.
Grammar Patterns
(intransitive) to revive, to liven up After the vacation, he really revived.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sich erholen (to recover), wiederbeleben (to revive)
Etymology
From 'auf' (up, again) + 'leben' (to live). It literally means 'to live up' or 'to live again'.
Memory Tips
Think of a wilting flower 'living up' again after being watered, or a quiet party that suddenly 'livens up'.