vivir

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A common Spanish term meaning to live; to reside.

Examples

  • La profesora explicó vivir en clase.
    The teacher explained to live; to reside in class.
  • El libro incluye un ejemplo con vivir.
    The book includes an example with to live; to reside.
  • Practica vivir en una frase breve.
    Practise to live; to reside in a short sentence.
  • Hoy aprendí a usar vivir correctamente.
    Today I learned to use to live; to reside correctly.
  • Escuché vivir en una conversación.
    I heard to live; to reside in a conversation.

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Meanings

Everyday meaning

verb
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Used in ordinary Spanish with the meaning to live; to reside.

Examples

  • La profesora explicó vivir en clase.
    The teacher explained to live; to reside in class.
  • Hoy aprendí a usar vivir correctamente.
    Today I learned to use to live; to reside correctly.
  • Escuché vivir en una conversación.
    I heard to live; to reside in a conversation.
  • El libro incluye un ejemplo con vivir.
    The book includes an example with to live; to reside.
  • Practica vivir en una frase breve.
    Practise to live; to reside in a short sentence.

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Etymology

FAQ

What does vivir mean?

vivir means to live; to reside.

Is vivir common?

Yes. It is common in present-day everyday Spanish.

Is vivir formal?

It is neutral and works in ordinary conversation.

How do you use vivir?

Use it when the context calls for to live; to reside.

Should beginners learn vivir?

Yes. It is useful core vocabulary for beginners.

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