Vive

Vive is a term with multiple uses rooted in Romance language origins. It traces back to the Latin vivere, meaning to live, and appears in various forms across languages and contexts.

In French, vive is the present subjunctive form of vivre and is used in exclamations that express praise or a wish for lasting life. Common phrases include "Vive le roi" and "Vive la République," which translate to "Long live the king" and "Long live the Republic." The word is often heard in political, cultural, and festive expressions.

In Spanish, vive is the present indicative form of vivir, meaning "he/she lives" or "you live" when addressing someone formally. It can appear in ordinary sentences as well as in phrases indicating residence or existence.

In technology and consumer electronics, VIVE is a brand name associated with a line of virtual reality products developed by HTC in collaboration with Valve. The HTC Vive system, first released in 2016, comprises a VR headset, motion controllers, and base stations, and relies on SteamVR for software and tracking. The brand has expanded to include updated headsets and accessories, emphasizing room-scale virtual reality experiences.

Beyond language and technology, vive can appear as a proper name or as part of branding in various domains. The term’s core meaning—life or living—helps explain its broad cultural resonance in expressions of celebration, identity, and innovation.