English–German

“private life” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/pʁiˈvaːtˌleːbn̩/

Example

Er erzählt nie etwas aus seinem Privatleben.

He never tells anyone anything about his private life.

Illustration for Privatleben (private life)

How to say “private life” in German

“Private life” in German is Privatleben.

A person's personal sphere beyond public roles, where close relationships and everyday leisure belong.

Full entry for Privatleben: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Privatleben

Prominente klagen oft, wenn man in ihr Privatleben eindringt.

Celebrities often sue when someone intrudes on their private lives.

Tips for using Privatleben

  • The phrase aus dem Privatleben takes the dative after aus, as in Er erzählt nie etwas aus seinem Privatleben.

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