Vivido

Vivido is a word used in Spanish and Portuguese as the past participle of the verb vivir, meaning “to live.” In both languages it functions primarily as an adjective and as part of compound verb tenses, forming expressions such as “ha vivido” in Spanish or “tenho vivido” in Portuguese to indicate completed action of living or experiences accumulated over time.

In usage, vivido describes something that has been lived or experienced. It can apply to memories, lives, or experiences, and it also carries a sense of life experience in people. A person described as muy vivido (very experienced) is often understood as worldly or shrewd, sometimes with a hint of cynicism or streetwise savvy, depending on context and tone.

Etymologically, vivido derives from vivir in both languages, sharing a common Latin root. As a participle, it participates in the broader verbal system of perfect tenses in Spanish and Portuguese, aligning with other past participles to express completed actions or states related to living or experience.

In contemporary use, vivido appears primarily in everyday speech, literature, and journalism as a descriptive term rather than a standalone concept. It is distinct from related forms that may indicate vividness or liveliness in other senses, and its exact nuance can vary by region and context.

See also: vivir, vivo, vivir en, haber vivido, ter vivido.