adjectiveadverb
lebend
alive
Etwas, das nicht tot ist und atmet oder wächst.
The German word "lebend" is an adjective that means "alive" or "living." It is derived from the verb "leben," which means "to live." In various contexts, "lebend" can describe anything that is currently alive, such as plants, animals, and humans.
Similar words in German include "lebendig" (lively or animated) and "lebenskräftig" (vital).
Differences:
- Lebendig often implies a sense of being vibrant or full of life, while lebend is a straightforward descriptor of being alive.
- Lebenskräftig suggests a strong and vigorous state of life, emphasizing health and vitality compared to the more neutral "lebend".
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Examples
Viele Vögel wurden lebend gefunden.adjective
Many birds were found alive.
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