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living conditions
The external circumstances and conditions under which a living being exists. This includes social, economic, ecological, and political factors that influence quality of life.
In vielen Entwicklungsländern haben sich die Lebensbedingungen in den letzten Jahrzehnten verbessert.
In many developing countries, living conditions have improved over the past decades.
The word is made up of 'Leben' (life) and 'Bedingung' (condition). The 's' is a linking s. The literal meaning is 'condition of life'.
Die Organisation kämpft für bessere Lebensbedingungen in der Region.
The organization is fighting for better living conditions in the region.
This word is used almost exclusively in the plural: 'die Lebensbedingungen' (living conditions). The singular form 'die Lebensbedingung' (living condition) is very rare and sounds unnatural, because people usually talk about a whole set of circumstances.
Die wirtschaftliche Krise hat die Lebensbedingungen für viele Menschen verschlechtert.
The economic crisis has worsened living conditions for many people.
Common verbs in this context are 'verbessern' (to improve), 'verschlechtern' (to worsen), 'schaffen' (to create), or 'sichern' (to secure). Typical adjectives are 'gut' (good), 'schlecht' (bad), 'schwierig' (difficult), or 'menschenwürdig' (humane).
Die Regierung hat versprochen, die Lebensbedingungen auf dem Land zu verbessern.
The government has promised to improve living conditions in rural areas.
framework condition
'Rahmenbedingungen' and 'Lebensbedingungen' both talk about external circumstances that influence something. 'Rahmenbedingungen' is very general and fits projects, work, politics, or plans. 'Lebensbedingungen' more specifically means the conditions under which people, animals, or plants live, for example housing, income, the environment, or safety. The words can be confused because living conditions are also a kind of framework for life. When it is about a project or an organization, 'Rahmenbedingungen' fits. When it is about life and quality of life, 'Lebensbedingungen' is correct.
In vielen Städten sind die Lebensbedingungen für Familien wegen hoher Mieten schwieriger geworden.
In many cities, living conditions for families have become more difficult because of high rents.
Die Rahmenbedingungen für die Beratung haben sich geändert, weil weniger Personal da ist.
The framework conditions for the consultation have changed because there are fewer staff members available.