Meaning 1formal · 90%
the everyday world as experienced by a person or social group, including its meanings, routines and social context
Natural examples
Die Studie untersucht die Lebenswelt von Jugendlichen in ländlichen Regionen.
Unterricht sollte an die Lebenswelt der Lernenden anknüpfen.
Migration kann unterschiedliche Lebenswelten miteinander in Kontakt bringen.
Usage note
Lebenswelt is an analytical term for experienced everyday reality. It is not simply a physical environment; meanings, habits and social relations are central.
Useful combinations
— young people’s lifeworld