die Lebenswelt
Translation
lifeworld, everyday world, environment
Examples
Die Lebenswelt der Kinder hat sich stark verändert.
The children's lifeworld has changed significantly.
Er erforscht die tierische Lebenswelt.
He researches the animal environment.
Grammar Patterns
the Lebenswelt ((of sb.)) the lifeworld (of sb.) The lifeworld of young people is digital.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Alltagswelt (everyday world), die Umgebung (surroundings)
Etymology
From 'Leben' (life) + 'Welt' (world). Literally 'life-world'.
Memory Tips
This is a concept from philosophy and sociology, referring to the world as it is directly experienced in everyday life.