Translation of Spanish word "vivir" to English
vivir
/biˈβiɾ/
Meaning
VerbTo be alive; to have life.
How to use
In formal contexts, 'vivir' is often used to convey a sense of living a certain lifestyle or standard of living, as in 'vivir en un barrio elegante' (to live in an elegant neighborhood). However, in informal settings, the verb 'morar' is more commonly used to describe one's residence. A common learner mistake is to confuse 'vivir' with 'habitar', which implies a more temporary or transitional living arrangement.
🇬🇧 English
to live
Example
Me gustaría vivir en España algún día.
I would like to live in Spain someday.
No se espera que viva más de unos pocos meses.
He is not expected to live more than a few months.
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Common phrases
- vivir en la ciudad— to live in the city
- vivir en el campo— to live in the countryside
- vivir de la mano— to live off the land
- vivir en pareja— to live with a partner
- vivir en comunidad— to live in a community
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🦊 Conjugation of the verb "vivir"Full conjugation →
Present Tense (Presente)
Simple Past (Pretérito Indefinido)
Perfect (Pretérito Perfecto)
he vivido
Imperative (Imperativo)
Frequency rank: #75 in Spanish
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What does the Spanish word "vivir" mean?▼
The Spanish word "vivir" means "to live" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ellos viven en una casa grande cerca del parque." (which translates as "I would like to live in Spain someday.").
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