das Lebensumfeld
Translation
living environment, social environment, habitat
Examples
Das soziale Lebensumfeld prägt einen Menschen.
The social environment shapes a person.
Sie schufen ein sicheres Lebensumfeld für ihre Kinder.
They created a safe living environment for their children.
Grammar Patterns
the living environment ((of sb.)) das Lebensumfeld ((von+3)) The living environment of city dwellers is often hectic.
Similar Words
die Umwelt (environment, more ecological), die Umgebung (surroundings)
Etymology
From 'Leben' (life) + 's' + 'Umfeld' (environment, surroundings). Literally 'life environment'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Umfeld' (surrounding field/environment) of your 'Leben' (life).