vivienda
“vivienda” means “housing” in Spanish (general concept of residential buildings).
housing
Also: dwelling, home
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El precio de la vivienda ha subido mucho este año.
A2The price of housing has gone up a lot this year.
Todos tienen derecho a una vivienda digna.
B1Everyone has the right to decent housing.
Es una zona con muchas viviendas unifamiliares.
B2It is an area with many single-family homes.
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From the Latin 'vivenda', which means 'things to be lived' or 'necessities for life'. It shares a root with the verb 'vivir' (to live).
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'vivienda' just another word for 'house'?
Mostly, yes, but it is more technical. It refers to any place where people reside, including apartments, studios, or houses, usually in an economic or statistical sense.
Can I say 'mi vivienda'?
You can, but it sounds like you're talking to a bank or a government official. In normal conversation, say 'mi casa'.
What is the difference between 'vivienda' and 'hogar'?
'Vivienda' is the physical structure or unit (housing). 'Hogar' is the emotional concept of 'home' where the heart is.