Vorleben Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Vorleben" is mainly used as verb meaning "to set an example", "to exemplify" or "to demonstrate by example". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Vorleben"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

Infinitive: vorleben
Simple past: lebte vor
Participle: vorgelebt

See full conjugation of vorleben

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Properties as Noun

Gender: neutral
Singular: das Vorleben
Plural: die Vorleben

Meanings of "Vorleben" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To set an example, to live by example"

"Vorleben", when used with this meaning, acts as verb.

Definition: "To demonstrate by example how to live or behave."
Translation(s): to set an example, to exemplify, to demonstrate by example
Synonym(s): vormachen, vorführen
Related word(s): leben, vorbildlich

📝 Some usage examples:

Er wollte seinen Kindern ein gutes Leben vorleben.He wanted to set a good example for his children.
Sie lebt ihren Schülern Disziplin vor.She exemplifies discipline to her students.
Die Eltern leben ihren Kindern Werte vor.The parents exemplify values to their children.

2.) "Past life history, particularly in legal settings"

"Vorleben", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

Definition: "A person's previous life history, especially in legal contexts."
Translation(s): past life, previous life, background, record
Synonym(s): Vorgeschichte, Vergangenheit
Related word(s): Leben, Vergangenheit

📝 Some usage examples:

Das Vorleben des Angeklagten wurde untersucht.The defendant's past life was investigated.
Ihr Vorleben war makellos.Her past life was impeccable.
Sein Vorleben beeinflusste die Entscheidung des Gerichts.His past life influenced the court's decision.

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