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No. 6,123 in Spanish

alive

The Spanish word "alive" does not exist; the English word "alive" translates to "vivo/a" in Spanish, meaning "living, not dead."

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  • El artista sigue vivo gracias a su impacto en el mundo del arte.

    The artist remains alive thanks to his impact on the world of art.

    Here, 'vivo' (alive) is used metaphorically to indicate the enduring influence or presence of the artist's work.

  • Mantengo mis plantas vivas con cuidados regulares.

    I keep my plants alive with regular care.

    In this sentence, 'vivas' (alive) references the literal life of the plants, indicating they are thriving due to maintenance.

  • Es vital mantenerse vivo en situaciones de emergencia.

    It is vital to stay alive in emergency situations.

    The word 'vivo' (alive) is used in its literal form here, emphasizing the importance of survival in critical contexts.

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