How to Pronounce "lebensraum"
word
ˈleɪbənzˌraʊm
LAY-benz-rowm
lˈɛbənsɹˌaʊm
LEB-enz-rowm
Definition
'Lebensraum' is a German word meaning 'living space,' historically used to describe territory necessary for a nation's growth, especially in reference to Nazi expansionist ideology.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈleɪbənzˌraʊm
British English
lˈɛbənsɹˌaʊm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAY-benz-rowm
UK
LEB-enz-rowm
Listen in Context
Historians study the idea of lebensraum in World War II.
The term lebensraum comes from the German language.
Lebensraum was central to Nazi expansion plans.
Many people today view the concept of lebensraum as deeply controversial.