Viva (en. Viva)

/ˈbi.βa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Expression of joy, especially in celebrations.
Long live the party!
¡Viva la fiesta!
Interjection used to exalt or acclaim something or someone.
Long live independence!
¡Viva la independencia!

Etymology

From Latin 'vivus', meaning 'alive' or 'having life'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Long live Mexico!
Exclamation expressing love and pride for Mexico.
¡Viva México!
Long live the Republic!
Expression of support for republican values.
¡Viva la República!
Long live love!
Exclamation that celebrates love.
¡Viva el amor!

Related Words

live
To exist, to be alive.
vivir
alive
That which has life.
vivo
vital
Essential for life.
vital

Slang Meanings

Long live life!
Expression used to celebrate life enthusiastically.
Expresión que se usa para celebrar la vida de manera efusiva.
Long live the revolution!
Phrase used to express support for radical change or a social movement.
Frase utilizada para manifestar apoyo a un cambio radical o un movimiento social.