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la

feminine

/biˈβjenda/

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Translation

housing, dwelling

Word origin

From vivir ('to live'), from Latin vivere, the same root behind English 'vivid' and 'survive'.

Origin
Latin
Root
vivere
English cognates
vivid, survive

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralviviendas

Examples

.

The price of housing has risen a lot this year.

.

We are looking for a home near the centre.

.

The government promised more social housing.

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This dwelling has three bedrooms and a garden.

digna .

Access to decent housing is a right.

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This word is part of lesson 97.