The word "live" has different meanings and pronunciations depending on its usage:
1. As a Verb (发音: /lɪv/ "liv")
Meaning: To be alive, reside, or exist.
Examples:
- "I live in Tokyo." (居住)
- "Cats live for about 15 years." (生存)
- "She lives a happy life." (过某种生活)
Common Phrases:
- "Live and learn" (吃一堑，长一智)
- "Live it up" (尽情享受)
2. As an Adjective (发音: /laɪv/ "lyve")
Meaning: Happening in real-time, not pre-recorded; or something active/energetic.
Examples:
- "We watched a live concert on TV." (直播的)
- "Be careful, that wire is live!" (通电的)
- "The audience cheered during the live show." (现场的)
Common Uses:
- "Live broadcast" (直播)
- "Live stream" (实时流媒体)
3. Other Notes
- "Live" vs. "Life":
- "Live" is a verb/adjective.
- "Life" (名词) refers to existence, e.g., "My life is busy."
- Technical Use: In electronics, "live" means connected to power (e.g., "a live circuit").
Key Takeaway
- Pronounce as /lɪv/ when talking about existence/residing.
- Pronounce as /laɪv/ when describing real-time events or active states.