🇬🇧🇪🇸 survive - sobrevivir : English Lesson

Meaning of "survive" ("sobrevivir"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

“Survive” is a verb that means to continue to live or exist, especially in difficult situations. It can be about getting through something dangerous, like a storm or an accident, or even just making it through a challenging event.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

I survived my teacher’s pop quiz… but my brain still needs a nap.

I survived cleaning my room… and even found my missing sock.

Somehow, I survived a whole week without Wi-Fi. It was brutal.

My plant survived… even though I forgot to water it for a month. Magic?

I survived Dad’s cooking… barely.

A boy and a small dog walk in snow. They try to survive the cold night. They find a small cave to survive the wind. They share one piece of bread to survive the hunger. They make a small fire to survive until morning. When sun comes, they smile — they survive.

This word is at the B1 level, which means it’s important for understanding and discussing familiar topics like work, school, or leisure. Words at this level help you express your thoughts, opinions, and experiences with more detail.

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