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Lives

🇬🇧 UK //laɪvz// 🇺🇸 US //laɪvz//

Meaning of Lives

The plural form of 'life'; the condition of being alive.

In simple words: People or animals living in a place.

Lives in a sentence

• Many lives were changed by the new policy.
• Animal rescue organizations aim to save countless lives.
• Different cultures have different ways of celebrating lives.
• Our city is home to many vibrant lives.
• The documentary highlighted the lives of refugees.
• They dedicated their lives to helping others.
• The book tells the lives of several famous artists.

How to use Lives

Use 'lives' when referring to the existence of multiple beings. Avoid confusion with 'live' as a verb.

Grammar pattern

plural noun

Memory hint

Think of 'lives' as people living in a community.

Related words

Collocations with Lives

• save lives
• improve lives
• lives at stake

Synonyms for Lives

• existences
• beings
• inhabitants
• entities

Opposites of Lives

• deaths

Common mistakes with Lives

• Confused with 'live' as a verb meaning to exist.
• Using 'live' instead of 'lives' for plural.
• Incorrectly assuming 'lives' refers only to humans.

Frequently asked questions about Lives

What does Lives mean?

People or animals living in a place.

What is the definition of Lives?

The plural form of 'life'; the condition of being alive.

How do you use Lives in a sentence?

Many lives were changed by the new policy.

Can you give another example of Lives?

Animal rescue organizations aim to save countless lives.

What are synonyms for Lives?

Common alternatives include existences, beings, inhabitants, entities.

What is the opposite of Lives?

Opposite meanings include deaths.

What words go with Lives?

It commonly pairs with save lives, improve lives, lives at stake.

What are common mistakes when using Lives?

Confused with 'live' as a verb meaning to exist. Using 'live' instead of 'lives' for plural. Incorrectly assuming 'lives' refers only to humans.

How do you pronounce Lives?

US: //laɪvz//, UK: //laɪvz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Lives?

Use 'lives' when referring to the existence of multiple beings. Avoid confusion with 'live' as a verb.