coexistence / living together
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coexistence
The way people live together and get along in a community, family, or partnership.
Ein friedliches Zusammenleben in der Nachbarschaft ist uns allen wichtig.
Peaceful coexistence in the neighborhood is important to all of us.
'Das Zusammenleben' (coexistence / living together) is a nominalized verb. It is formed from the separable verb 'zusammenleben' (to live together), which consists of 'zusammen' (together) and 'leben' (to live). It describes the act or way of living together.
Das Zusammenleben in einer großen Familie kann eine Herausforderung sein.
Living together in a large family can be a challenge.
Nominalized verbs like 'das Zusammenleben' (coexistence / living together) are always neuter. That is why the article is always 'das'.
Das Zusammenleben von Mensch und Natur ist ein wichtiges Thema.
The coexistence of humans and nature is an important topic.
The word is often combined with adjectives that describe the quality of living together. Common examples are: 'ein friedliches Zusammenleben' (peaceful coexistence), 'ein harmonisches Zusammenleben' (harmonious coexistence), or 'ein schwieriges Zusammenleben' (difficult coexistence).
Regeln sind wichtig für ein funktionierendes Zusammenleben.
Rules are important for a functioning coexistence.
with each other
Miteinander describes how people act or interact with each other, while das Zusammenleben refers to a shared way of life over a longer period. Miteinander is appropriate for a specific interaction; das Zusammenleben for the general way people get along in a community.
Das Zusammenleben der Nachbarn ist trotz der kleinen Wohnungen friedlich.
The neighbors live together peacefully despite their small apartments.
Die Nachbarn sprechen freundlich miteinander.
The neighbors speak to each other in a friendly way.
