Italian · Common Verbs
vivere
to live
Beginnerverb
Definition
To be alive; to reside in a place.
Example
Vivo a Roma da dieci anni.
I have been living in Rome for ten years.
Etymology
'Vivere' comes from the Latin 'vivere', which means 'to live'. Its connotations have included both physical existence and a quality of life.
How & Where It’s Used
'Vivere' is used across various registers in spoken and written Italian, applicable in both formal and informal contexts when talking about life experiences.
Literary Heritage
The theme of living fully is present in Italian literature, such as in the works of Cesare Pavese, who reflects on existence and the human condition.