When would one use, "vivre," and when,

Susan R.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

When would one use, "vivre," and when,

"habiter?"
Asked 8 years ago
Chris W.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer
I see the problem in English because here you only realistically have "to live" as a translation for both French verbs. "Vivre" is to live and "habiter" is more like to reside, i.e., where your place of residence is. Hardly any difference at all and, to me, virtual synonyms.

-- Chris.
LauraKwiziq team member

As Chris said, they are very similar, though not exactly the same: Habiter vs vivre.

Susan R.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor
Excellent link. Thanks!

When would one use, "vivre," and when,

"habiter?"

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