Healthy Lifestyle: German Words & Phrases
10 essential German words and expressions for "Healthy Lifestyle". Each entry includes phonetic pronunciation, English translation, and example sentences. Suitable for CEFR B1 level and relevant for "habits for a healthy lifestyle".
"Healthy Lifestyle" — word table
| German | Pronunciation | English | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| sich fit halten | /zikh FIT HAHL-ten/ | to stay fit | Ich halte mich mit Sport fit.I stay fit through sports. |
| ausgewogen essen | /OWS-geh-voh-gen ES-sen/ | to eat a balanced diet | Ich versuche, ausgewogen zu essen.I try to eat a balanced diet. |
| sich entspannen | /zikh ent-SHPAHN-en/ | to relax | Am Wochenende entspanne ich mich.Sufficient sleep is healthy. |
| der Stress | /dair SHTRES/ | stress | Zu viel Stress ist ungesund.Daily stress makes you sick. |
| ausreichend schlafen | /OWS-ry-khent SHLAH-fen/ | to sleep enough | Ich schlafe jede Nacht ausreichend.Exercise in fresh air does wonders. |
| die Ernährung | /dee air-NEH-roong/ | nutrition | Gesunde Ernährung ist wichtig.He quit smoking last year. |
| sich bewegen | /zikh beh-VAY-gen/ | to move (be active) | Man sollte sich jeden Tag bewegen.Mental health is just as important. |
| abnehmen | /AHP-nay-men/ | to lose weight | Ich möchte ein bisschen abnehmen.Regular exercise strengthens the heart. |
| zunehmen | /TSOO-nay-men/ | to gain weight | Er hat im Urlaub zugenommen.Drinking enough water is essential. |
| die Balance | /dee bah-LAHNGS/ | balance | Ich suche eine Balance zwischen Arbeit und Leben.Take time for relaxation. |
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