des Lebens
Translation
of life
Examples
Das ist der Sinn des Lebens.
That is the meaning of life.
Die Qualität des Lebens ist wichtig.
The quality of life is important.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) of something That is the meaning of life.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Dasein (existence), Existenz (existence)
Etymology
From Old High German 'leben' (to live, remain). Cognate with English 'life'. 'Lebens' is the genitive case of 'das Leben'.
Memory Tips
'Lebens' is the possessive form, meaning 'of life' or 'life's'. It's often used in compound nouns like 'Lebensmittel' (groceries, lit. 'means of life').