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neuter

ˈleːbn̩

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Translation

the life

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Word origin

From Old High German lebēn, cognate with English live and life.

Origin
Old High German
Root
lebēn
English cognates
live, life

Grammar

Genderneuter
PluralLebenirregular

Examples

.

She enjoys every moment of her life.

Großstadt .

Life in the big city is expensive.

.

He has spent his whole life in this village.

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This word is taught in chapter 6, lesson 8: Words 561-570.