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Zivilleben
German → American English
American English
Civil life
das Leben außerhalb des Militärs; das zivile, nicht militärische Leben
Nach Jahren beim Militär fiel ihm die Rückkehr ins Zivilleben nicht leicht.Use Zivilleben mainly in contrast to military or official life; it sounds a bit formal and is not as common as Alltagsleben or Privatleben.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Zivilleben mean in English?
Zivilleben means “civil life” or “civilian life,” especially life outside the military.
Is Zivilleben the same as Privatleben?
Not exactly. Zivilleben refers to civilian life in contrast to military life, while Privatleben means private life.
How do you use Zivilleben in a sentence?
Example: Nach dem Dienst kehrte er ins Zivilleben zurück. = After his service, he returned to civilian life.