Meaning
To live in a particular way or have a certain lifestyle.
Cultural Background
The phrase is often used to contrast 'vie de bureau' (office life) with 'vie privée' (private life).
Use adjectives
Always add an adjective after 'vie' to make the phrase meaningful.
Meaning
To live in a particular way or have a certain lifestyle.
Use adjectives
Always add an adjective after 'vie' to make the phrase meaningful.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
Il ______ une vie très heureuse.
The correct collocation is 'mener une vie'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesIl ______ une vie très heureuse.
The correct collocation is 'mener une vie'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, use 'mener' for your life or a project, but use 'avoir' or 'faire' for a job.
Related Phrases
Mener la belle vie
specialized formTo live the high life
