Vivante (en. Alive)

/vi.vɑ̃t/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to a living being, having a physical existence.
The plant is alive and needs light.
La plante est vivante et a besoin de lumière.
Refers to a person full of energy and vitality.
She is very lively and excites everyone around her.
Elle est très vivante et enthousiasme tout le monde autour d'elle.
Refers to a lively place or event.
The party was lively with music and laughter.
La fête était vivante avec de la musique et des rires.

Etymology

From Latin 'viva', feminine of 'vivus' meaning 'living'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

vibrant image
An image that evokes life, often full of colors.
vivante image
to keep alive
To allow something to continue to exist or be active.
faire vivre
vibrant memory
A memory that remains vivid and present.
vivante mémoire

Related Words

living
Having life; being animated.
vivant
liveliness
Character of a lively or animated person.
vivacité
to enliven
To give life, to rejuvenate.
vivifier

Slang Meanings

Nice and funny.
She is so lively, always telling jokes.
Elle est si vivante, toujours à raconter des blagues.
Enthusiastic and full of energy.
This personality is lively, it puts everyone in a good mood.
Cette personnalité est vivante, elle met tout le monde de bonne humeur.