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convivir

to coexist, to live together

verb kon-bee-BEER Rare

Usage Note

Convivir implies sharing a space or society harmoniously; it often collocates with con (convivir con otras culturas). The noun is convivencia ('coexistence, living together'), a key term in discussions of multicultural societies. Do not confuse with coexistir, which is more neutral and formal.

Examples

"Aprendemos a convivir con las diferencias."

Natural Translation

We learn to live with our differences.

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