Vit (en. Lives)
/vi/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To be alive, to exist.
He lives in a small house by the sea.
Il vit dans une petite maison au bord de la mer.
To be active, to move around.
She lives her life without regrets.
Elle vit sa vie sans regrets.
To happen, to take place.
He experienced extraordinary events this year.
Il vit des événements extraordinaires cette année.
Etymology
From Latin 'vivere' which means to live.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Where does he/she live?
Question about the place of residence.
Où vit-il ?
He/She is living his/her best life.
He/She is making the most of life.
Il vit sa meilleure vie.
How he/she lives!
Expression of surprise at someone's quality of life.
Comme il vit !
Related Words
life
State of being alive.
vie
to live
The action of being alive.
vivre
living
Who is alive, existing.
vivant
Slang Meanings
To live intensely.
He lives life in the fast lane.
Il vit à 100 à l'heure.
To survive despite difficulties.
She lives day by day.
Elle vit au jour le jour.