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viva

VEE-vuh

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Viva (intj) means used to cheer or celebrate someone or something, meaning roughly "long live!". Example: “The crowd chanted "Viva la revolución!”

intj

Used to cheer or celebrate someone or something, meaning roughly "long live!"

"The crowd chanted "Viva la revolución!""

noun

An oral exam, especially for a university degree.

"She was nervous before her PhD viva."

How to use viva

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither a celebratory shout, or British university slang for an oral exam.

Common pairings

viva voce pass the viva

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: vivas
Third person singular: vivas
Past tense: vivaed

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Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish and Italian viva, "long live."

Origin: Italian

Synonyms

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oral oral exam viva voce oral examination

Related words

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Rhymes for viva

diva riva siva shiva saliva Godiva yeshiva

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Frequently asked questions

What does “viva” mean?

The word “viva” means used to cheer or celebrate someone or something, meaning roughly "long live!". In plain terms, either a celebratory shout, or British university slang for an oral exam.

How do you pronounce “viva”?

“Viva” is pronounced VEE-vuh (/ˈviː.və/ in IPA).

How do you use “viva” in a sentence?

Here is “viva” used in a sentence: “The crowd chanted "Viva la revolución!".”

What part of speech is “viva”?

Depending on how it is used, “viva” can be an intj and a noun.

Where does the word “viva” come from?

The word “viva” comes from Italian. Borrowed from Spanish and Italian viva, "long live.".

Is “viva” a common word?

“Viva” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “viva” have?

“Viva” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: used to cheer or celebrate someone or something, meaning roughly "long live!".

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