Meaning 1neutral · 82%
Broadcast or performed as it happens, rather than recorded beforehand.
Natural examples
Das Finale wird heute live im Fernsehen übertragen.
The final is being broadcast live on television today.
Wir hörten die Band live in einem kleinen Club.
We heard the band live in a small club.
Die Reporterin berichtet live vom Bahnhof.
The reporter is reporting live from the station.
Usage note
Usually modifies broadcast, concert, or stream. In German it is commonly pronounced like English live.
Mini-lesson: live
Broadcast or performed as it happens, rather than recorded beforehand. Usually modifies broadcast, concert, or stream. In German it is commonly pronounced like English live.
Check your learning
Choose one answer.Which definition matches «live»?