habitat / living space
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habitat
The natural area in which a particular animal or plant species lives and finds the living conditions it needs.
Der tropische Regenwald ist der Lebensraum für unzählige Arten.
The tropical rainforest is the habitat for countless species.
living space
The spatial and social environment in which a person or social group lives and develops.
Die Stadt versucht, mehr bezahlbaren Lebensraum für Familien zu schaffen.
The city is trying to create more affordable living space for families.
Lebensraum
A historical, political term from the Nazi era that referred to the territory claimed for the expansion of the German people.
Die Eroberung von „Lebensraum im Osten“ war ein zentrales Ziel der NS-Außenpolitik.
The conquest of 'Lebensraum im Osten' (living space in the East) was a central goal of Nazi foreign policy.
The word is made up of 'Leben' (life) and 'Raum' (space). The 's' in between is a linking element that connects the two parts. Literally, it means 'space to live.'
Moore sind ein wichtiger Lebensraum für seltene Vogelarten.
Moors are an important habitat for rare bird species.
The two most common meanings differ by context. In connection with animals, plants, and nature, it means the biological 'Lebensraum' (habitat). In connection with people, cities, and housing, it refers to social living space.
Der Klimawandel bedroht den Lebensraum der Eisbären.
Climate change threatens the habitat of polar bears.
This meaning is inseparably linked to the ideology of National Socialism. The term is used almost exclusively in historical discussions about this period and has a very strong negative connotation.
Die Forderung nach „Lebensraum im Osten“ war ein zentrales Element der NS-Propaganda.
The demand for 'Lebensraum im Osten' (living space in the East) was a central element of Nazi propaganda.
In a biological context, 'Lebensraum' is often combined with verbs such as 'schützen' (to protect), 'zerstören' (to destroy), 'erhalten' (to preserve), or 'verlieren' (to lose).
Viele Organisationen kämpfen dafür, den natürlichen Lebensraum bedrohter Arten zu erhalten.
Many organizations are fighting to preserve the natural habitat of endangered species.
When referring to space for people, typical combinations are 'Lebensraum schaffen' (to create living space), 'städtischer Lebensraum' (urban living space), or 'bezahlbarer Lebensraum' (affordable living space).
Die Stadtplanung zielt darauf ab, neuen Lebensraum für junge Familien zu schaffen.
Urban planning aims to create new living space for young families.
location / site
Lebensraum is the entire natural area in which a species lives and finds suitable conditions. Standort refers more specifically to a particular place with its local environmental conditions. Use Lebensraum for the whole area inhabited by a species, and Standort for a specific suitable site.
Die gesamte Bergwiese bildet den Lebensraum dieser Pflanzenart.
The entire mountain meadow is the habitat of this plant species.
Der sonnige, trockene Hang ist ein geeigneter Standort für diese Pflanze.
The sunny, dry slope is a suitable site for this plant.
