Healthy living and lifestyle (AQA GCSE German): Revision Notes
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Healthy living and lifestyle - German vocabulary
Understanding vocabulary related to health and lifestyle is essential for communicating about daily routines, medical needs, and personal wellbeing in German. This topic covers everything from body parts and health conditions to food, exercise, and medical care.
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This comprehensive vocabulary set will help you navigate healthcare situations, discuss fitness routines, and talk about lifestyle choices in German-speaking countries.
Essential vocabulary
Body parts and physical health
| German | Gender | English | German | Gender | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| der Arm | (m) | arm | der Kopf | (m) | head |
| das Auge | (nt) | eye | der Körper | (m) | body |
| der Bauch | (m) | belly, stomach | das Knie | (nt) | knee |
| das Blut | (nt) | blood | die Nase | (f) | nose |
| der Finger | (m) | finger | das Ohr | (nt) | ear |
| die Hand | (f) | hand | die Schulter | (f) | shoulder |
| die Haut | (f) | skin | der Zahn | (m) | tooth |
| das Herz | (nt) | heart |
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Notice that most body parts are masculine (der Arm, der Kopf, der Finger), but there are important exceptions like die Hand (feminine) and das Auge (neuter). Always learn the gender with each noun!
Health conditions and feelings
| German | Gender | English | German | Gender | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| krank | - | sick, ill | gesund | - | healthy |
| müde | - | tired | fit | - | fit |
| der Schmerz | (m) | pain, ache | die Krankheit | (f) | illness, disease |
| das Fieber | (nt) | fever | der Stress | (m) | stress |
| bewusst | - | conscious, aware | süchtig | - | addicted |
| der Durst | (m) | thirst | der Hunger | (m) | hunger |
Food and nutrition
| German | Gender | English | German | Gender | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| das Essen | (nt) | food, meal | trinken | - | to drink |
| das Brot | (nt) | bread | der Kaffee | (m) | coffee |
| der Käse | (m) | cheese | die Milch | (f) | milk |
| das Obst | (nt) | fruit | das Gemüse | (nt) | vegetables |
| der Fisch | (m) | fish | das Fleisch | (nt) | meat |
| süß | - | sweet | scharf | - | spicy, hot |
| lecker | - | tasty, delicious | das Protein | (nt) | protein |
| der Zucker | (m) | sugar | das Wasser | (nt) | water |
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Food vocabulary is essential for discussing nutrition and diet with healthcare professionals. Notice that das Obst (fruit) and das Gemüse (vegetables) are both neuter, making them easy to remember together.
Exercise and activities
| German | Gender | English | German | Gender | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| laufen | - | to run, walk | springen | - | to jump |
| die Bewegung | (f) | movement, exercise | aktiv | - | active |
| die Aktivität | (f) | activity | die Fitness | (f) | fitness |
| das Fitness-Studio | (nt) | gym | spazieren | - | to go for a walk |
| die Kraft | (f) | strength, power | sich bewegen | - | to move |
Medical care and healthcare
| German | Gender | English | German | Gender | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| der Arzt/die Ärztin | (m/f) | doctor | das Krankenhaus | (nt) | hospital |
| der Doktor | (m) | doctor | der Patient | (m) | patient |
| das Medikament | (nt) | medicine | pflegen | - | to care for, nurse |
| medizinisch | - | medical | die Ernährung | (f) | nutrition, diet |
Lifestyle choices
| German | Gender | English | German | Gender | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rauchen | - | to smoke | die Zigarette | (f) | cigarette |
| der Alkohol | (m) | alcohol | die Droge | (f) | drug |
| aufgeben | - | to give up, quit | abnehmen | - | to lose weight |
| zunehmen | - | to put on weight | sich entspannen | - | to relax |
Example sentences with translations
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Worked Example: Using Health Vocabulary in Context
Present tense examples:
- Ich esse gern Obst und Gemüse. (I like eating fruit and vegetables.)
- Der Arzt sagt, ich bin gesund. (The doctor says I am healthy.)
- Sie trinkt viel Wasser jeden Tag. (She drinks lots of water every day.)
- Wir gehen ins Fitness-Studio. (We go to the gym.)
Past tense examples:
- Ich habe gestern Sport gemacht. (I did sport yesterday.)
- Er hat das Rauchen aufgegeben. (He gave up smoking.)
- Sie ist zum Arzt gegangen. (She went to the doctor.)
Future tense examples:
- Ich werde mehr Gemüse essen. (I will eat more vegetables.)
- Er wird mit dem Rauchen aufhören. (He will stop smoking.)
Modal verb examples:
- Ich muss mehr Sport machen. (I must do more sport.)
- Du sollst weniger Zucker essen. (You should eat less sugar.)
- Wir können ins Krankenhaus fahren. (We can drive to the hospital.)
Grammar and pronunciation tips
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Gender patterns you must remember:
- Many body parts are masculine: der Arm, der Kopf, der Finger
- Medical conditions often use feminine nouns: die Krankheit, die Gesundheit
- Food items vary in gender, so learn each one individually
Pronunciation guidance:
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Key pronunciation rules:
- 'ch' in 'ich' and 'Milch' sounds like the 'h' in 'huge'
- 'sch' in 'Fleisch' sounds like 'sh' in 'ship'
- The 'ü' in 'müde' is pronounced like pursing your lips to say 'oo' but saying 'ee'
Useful phrases:
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Essential phrases for expressing pain and health:
- "Mir tut... weh" (My... hurts) - use with body parts
- "Ich habe Schmerzen" (I have pain/I'm in pain)
- "sich kümmern um" (to take care of) - reflexive verb requiring accusative
Translation exercise
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Worked Example: Translation Practice
German to English:
- Ich esse jeden Tag Obst, weil es gesund ist.
- Der Arzt sagt, ich soll mehr Sport machen und weniger rauchen.
English to German: 3. I have a headache and feel tired. 4. She goes to the gym three times a week to stay fit.
Answers:
- I eat fruit every day because it is healthy.
- The doctor says I should do more sport and smoke less.
- Ich habe Kopfschmerzen und fühle mich müde.
- Sie geht dreimal pro Woche ins Fitness-Studio, um fit zu bleiben.
Remember!
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Key Points to Remember:
- Learn vocabulary in themed groups - body parts together, food items together, etc.
- Pay attention to gender markers (der/die/das) as they affect the rest of the sentence
- Practice using modal verbs (sollen, müssen, können) when talking about health advice
- Many health-related verbs are reflexive (sich bewegen, sich entspannen, sich kümmern)
- Use the phrase "Mir tut/tun... weh" to express pain in different body parts