Sobrevivir
Example: Muchas plantas pueden sobrevivir en condiciones muy duras.
Definition
"Sobrevivir" means to continue to live or exist, especially in difficult or dangerous conditions. It refers to managing to stay alive or endure hardships, as in the example where many plants can survive in very harsh environments.
Etymology
The word "sobrevivir" comes from the Spanish prefix 'sobre-', meaning 'over' or 'above,' combined with 'vivir,' which means 'to live.' Together, they literally mean 'to live beyond' or 'to outlive.' Did you know that "sobrevivir" reflects the idea of surpassing or enduring beyond normal limits?
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"Sobrevivir" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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