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Tu Vies ou Tu Vis? Understanding the Difference Between ‘Vivre’ and ‘Venir’ in French

Tu Vies ou Tu Vis?

The French language is rich with nuances that can confuse even seasoned learners. One such confusion arises with two very similar-sounding verbs: “vivre” and “venir”. Although they seem to have related meanings—both involving existence and movement—these two verbs serve distinct purposes in French grammar. A common question learners might encounter is: “Tu vies ou tu vis?“ Which means, “Do you …