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ausleben

to live out

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sich ausleben

to live life freely

To fulfill and enjoy one's own wishes, inclinations, and urges without inhibitions or restrictions.

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Nach dem Abitur wollte er erst einmal reisen und sich richtig ausleben.

After finishing school, he first wanted to travel and really live life freely.

Visual example for ausleben: sich ausleben

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ausleben vs umsetzen

to implement / move

'umsetzen' and 'ausleben' can both mean that something internal comes outward and is actually done. 'umsetzen' is neutral and fits plans, ideas, or projects. It sounds factual and goal-oriented. 'ausleben' is used more for one's own wishes, feelings, fantasies, or sides of one's personality. It emphasizes that someone freely shows or experiences something. Learners may confuse the words because in both cases something is realized. But you implement a project; you are more likely to live out creativity, feelings, or personal wishes.

Visual example for umsetzen
ausleben

In der Werkstatt lebt Paul seine kreative Seite mit einem Freund aus.

In the workshop, Paul lives out his creative side with a friend.

umsetzen

Im Gespräch hast du erklärt, wie du den Vorschlag zur Vorbereitung umgesetzt hast.

In the conversation, you explained how you implemented the suggestion for the preparation.

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