Habita (en. Inhabits)

/aβiˈta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To exist or be present in a place or space.
Various species inhabit the tropical rainforest.
Diversas especies habitan en la selva tropical.
To reside or be situated in a place.
She has been living in the city for three years.
Ella habita en la ciudad desde hace tres años.
To occupy a specific space.
The dog lives in the garden house.
El perro habita en la casa del jardín.

Etymology

From Latin 'habitare', meaning 'to reside' or 'to inhabit'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

inhabits a place
Resides in a specific space.
habita un lugar
does not inhabit my heart
Does not have a place in my feelings.
no habita en mi corazón
to inhabit on earth
To live on the terrestrial plane.
habitar en la tierra

Related Words

room
Space designated for living or sleeping.
habitación
inhabitant
Person who lives in a place.
habitante
to inhabit
Verb that refers to the act of residing in a place.
habitar

Slang Meanings

To live temporarily in a place.
She lives in her friend's house while looking for an apartment.
Ella habita en la casa de su amiga mientras busca un departamento.
To be in a place constantly.
That cat always hangs out in my yard.
Ese gato siempre habita en mi patio.