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vida

[VEE-duh]
nounfemininepl: vidas
life
1. The condition that distinguishes organisms from non-living objects; the period from birth to death
She lived a long and happy life.
Ela viveu uma vida longa e feliz.
2. The experience or state of being alive; one's existence
Life is full of surprises.
A vida é cheia de surpresas.
3. A way of living; manner of existence
He leads a simple life.
Ele leva uma vida simples.
4. Livelihood; means of supporting oneself
She makes her living as a teacher.
Ela ganha a vida como professora.
5. Energy, vitality, or liveliness
The party was full of life.
A festa estava cheia de vida.
Synonyms
existênciaservivência
Antonyms
morte

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vida
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
vida
May be used colloquially in expressions like 'que vida!'
São Paulo
vida
Standard usage, common in business and formal contexts
Portugal
vida
Standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

dar a vida por algo/alguém (give one's life for something/someone)
ganhar a vida (make a living)
custar a vida (cost one's life)
vida minha (my love/sweetheart - term of endearment)
levar uma vida de cão (lead a dog's life)
como vai a vida? (How is life treating you?)
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