German word

Zusammenleben

Pronunciation

IPA/tsuˈzamənˌleːbn̩/

Meaning

  • neuter nounliving together

Example

Das Zusammenleben in der Familie ist wichtig.

Living together as a family is important.

Illustration for Zusammenleben (living together)

More examples

Für ein dauerhaftes Zusammenleben sind klare Absprachen nötig.

Clear agreements are necessary for long-term cohabitation.

Core concept

A group coordinates ordinary life around shared places, schedules, and the practical effects of living alongside one another.

Common phrases

  • gegenseitiges Zusammenleben

    mutual cohabitation

  • dauerhaftes Zusammenleben

    long-term cohabitation

  • generationenübergreifendes Zusammenleben

    intergenerational cohabitation

Similar words

Zusammenwohnen: Living in the same home or room with other people.
Wohngemeinschaft: A shared home where several people divide living costs and household chores.
Familienleben: Daily life among family members, shaped by their relationships and roles.
Haushalt: The practical running of a home, including chores and managing expenses.

Definition in German

Zusammenleben bezeichnet das gemeinsame Leben von zwei oder mehr Personen, die Zeit, Raum und Alltag teilen.

Word origin

The noun comes from the German verb zusammenleben, combining zusammen ('together') with leben ('to live') and using the infinitive as a noun.

Usage tips

  • Zusammenleben can describe families, couples, or wider communities, while zusammenwohnen focuses more specifically on sharing a residence.

Other meanings

  • cohabitationnoun
  • coexistencenoun

Opposites

  • Alleinlebenliving alonenoun

Related words

  • zusammenlebenlive togetherverb
  • Zusammenlebendecohabitantnoun
  • zusammenlebendcohabitingadjective

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