B1 — Intermediate⏳ Time & Life
Vivere di speranza
To live on hope
Literal Translation
"To live on hope"
What it means
Describes someone who sustains themselves with optimism and hope, despite difficult circumstances.
Example in context
"In attesa di un lavoro stabile, viveva di speranza."
"While waiting for a steady job, she lived on hope."
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