Ich lebe

"Ich lebe" is a German phrase that translates directly to "I live" in English. It is the first-person singular present tense form of the verb "leben," which means "to live." The phrase expresses the state of being alive, or the act of existing. In broader contexts, it can also convey the idea of experiencing life, embracing life, or making a living. "Ich lebe" can be used in a literal sense to indicate that someone is not deceased, or in a more figurative sense to emphasize the quality of their life.