No. 8,969 in German
lebenswerks
The German word "Lebenswerks" refers to a person's "life's work" or "lifelong achievement."
In a sentence
Ihr Lebenswerk war die Förderung der Wissenschaft durch innovative Technologie.
Her life's work was the promotion of science through innovative technology.
In this sentence, 'Lebenswerk' refers to someone's significant accomplishment or contributions made over their lifetime, emphasizing impactful endeavors.
Das Buch beschreibt das Lebenswerk eines berühmten Architekten.
The book describes the life's work of a famous architect.
Here, 'Lebenswerk' is used to denote the professional achievements over a lifetime of an individual, focused on their career and creations.
Für ihn war dieses Gebäude das wichtigste Lebenswerk.
For him, this building was the most important life's work.
The term 'Lebenswerk' in this context identifies a key achievement or the most valued creation in a person's lifetime, showcasing its personal significance.
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