No. 1,195 in Russian
живут
"Живут" means "they live."
In a sentence
Они живут в Москве.
They live in Moscow.
The word 'живут' in this sentence denotes continuous present action, indicating the individuals reside in Moscow currently.
Говорят, что в этих лесах живут странные существа.
They say strange creatures live in these woods.
Here, 'живут' is used to describe the existence of beings in a habitual or ongoing state within the specified location.
Люди живут, чтобы мечтать и стремиться к лучшему.
People live to dream and strive for better.
In this usage, 'живут' signifies the broader notion of living as human beings, encompassing purpose and activity.
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