viva
1 Americaninterjection
noun
noun
noun
verb
interjection
Etymology
Origin of viva1
First recorded in 1665–75; literally: “may (he) live!” 3rd-person singular present subjunctive of Italian vivere, Spanish vivir, ultimately from Latin vīvere “to live”; see vital
Origin of viva2
First recorded in 1890–95; shortened form
Example Sentences
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I joined in, of course-shouting "Viva México!" with everyone else, even though our team had already been knocked out of the tournament.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026
But their singer, Satoshi, has a very strict routine, 30 seconds before he bursts onto the stage with his gregarious party anthem, Viva, Moldova!
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Find insight on oil futures, Viva Energy, and more in the latest Market Talks covering energy and utilities.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
Viva Energy said diesel and jet production is currently at 80% of capacity, with gasoline at 60%.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
“They should do it. If Millie and Amanda want to enter the pageant with you, they should. Viva la revolution and all that.”
From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy
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