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life

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nounfemininepl: lives
vida
1. the condition that distinguishes animals and plants from inorganic matter, including the capacity for growth, reproduction, functional activity, and continual change preceding death
The biologist studies life in the ocean.
A bióloga estuda a vida no oceano.
2. the period between birth and death
He lived a long and happy life.
Ele viveu uma vida longa e feliz.
3. a particular type or quality of existence
She leads a quiet life in the countryside.
Ela leva uma vida tranquila no campo.
4. one's experiences and activities during a particular period
My college life was unforgettable.
Minha vida na faculdade foi inesquecível.
5. vitality, vigor, or liveliness
There's so much life in her performances.
Há tanta vida nas suas apresentações.
Synonyms
existencelivingvitalityanimation
Antonyms
deathnonexistence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vida
standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
vida
colloquially may emphasize 'que vida!' expressing surprise or emotion
São Paulo
vida
standard usage; common in business and urban contexts
Portugal
vida
standard usage; 'vida minha' is a common affectionate expression

Related Idioms & Phrases

for life - para a vida toda
life goes on - a vida continua
life's a journey, not a destination - a vida é uma jornada, não um destino
the life of the party - a vida da festa
take life easy - levar a vida com calma
come to life - ganhar vida
matter of life and death - questão de vida ou morte
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