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country life
The way of life in the countryside, as opposed to life in the city, often perceived as quieter and closer to nature.
Nach vielen Jahren in der Großstadt sehnte sie sich nach dem ruhigen Landleben.
After many years in the big city, she longed for quiet country life.
This word is made up of 'Land' (in the sense of 'rural area') and 'Leben' (life). So it literally describes 'Leben auf dem Land' (life in the countryside).
Für viele Menschen ist das Landleben eine attraktive Alternative zur Hektik der Stadt.
For many people, country life is an attractive alternative to the hectic pace of the city.
'Landleben' (country life) is often combined with verbs that express a positive experience or a wish, such as 'das Landleben genießen' (to enjoy country life), 'das Landleben lieben' (to love country life), or 'sich nach dem Landleben sehnen' (to long for country life).
Am Wochenende fahren wir oft aufs Land, um das einfache Landleben zu genießen.
On weekends, we often go to the countryside to enjoy simple country life.
The word often has a positive and sometimes romanticizing meaning. It is frequently associated with peace and quiet, nature, and a less hectic pace.
Sie träumt von einem idyllischen Landleben mit einem großen Garten.
She dreams of an idyllic country life with a large garden.