How to Say ‘Lately / in recent times’ in German
In letzter Zeit
in LEHTS-ter tsite
[in LEHTS-ter tsite]
💬 Usage Tip: [In letzter Zeit] is a fixed phrase for [lately] or [recently]. You can drop it into lots of sentences: [Ich arbeite in letzter Zeit viel].
Phrase Breakdown
In
[in]
in
A preposition used here in a time expression.
In letzter Zeit bin ich ruhiger.
Lately I have been calmer.
letzter
[LEHTS-ter]
last; recent
Used in the phrase letzter Zeit to mean recent.
In letzter Zeit gehe ich früher schlafen.
Lately I go to bed earlier.
Zeit
[tsite]
time
Means time; in this phrase it refers to the recent period.
In letzter Zeit habe ich wenig Zeit.
Lately I have had little time.
Get the Full Learning Experience
This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.
Pronunciation Feedback
AI-powered speech recognition to perfect your accent
Spaced Repetition
Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice
Immersive Roleplaying
Practice real conversations with AI partners
Custom Scenarios
Request lessons tailored to your specific needs
Get Full LessonWhat Learners Are Saying
“Berlin bureaucracy requires real German. This app got me from zero to handling my Anmeldung appointment in three weeks. My coworkers couldn’t believe it.”
Emma L., 27, UX Researcher
“Relocated to Munich with my family. The everyday scenarios — grocery shopping, doctor visits, school meetings — are exactly what we needed to settle in.”
Marcus J., 40, Engineer
“I tried five different apps before this one. The roleplay conversations are what finally made things click. I actually remember what I learn now.”
Sofia R., 31, Marketing Manager