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How to Say "life" in Spanish

The Spanish word forlifeis vidaA1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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vida

NounA1
The state of being alive
A tiny green sprout pushing up through dark soil, representing the beginning of life.

Examples

La vida es un regalo.

Life is a gift.

Hay señales de vida en el planeta.

There are signs of life on the planet.

It's a Girl! (Feminine Noun)

'Vida' is a feminine word, so you always use 'la' or 'una' with it, like 'la vida' (the life) or 'una vida' (a life).

Other Meanings ofvida

vidacan also mean:

  • As in 'my whole life'(A2)
  • A particular way of living(B1)
  • e.g., 'full of life'(B1)

See all meanings in the full dictionary entry →

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