L'existence (en. Existence)

/lɛɡzistɑ̃s/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The sum of things that exist.
The existence of life on other planets is still a mystery.
L'existence de la vie sur d'autres planètes est encore un mystère.
The fact of being there, of living.
He has always had questions about existence and its meaning.
Il a toujours eu des questions sur l'existence et son sens.
The condition of an entity or being.
Philosophically, the way in which something is regarded as real or valid.
Thinkers have debated the existence of God for centuries.
Les penseurs ont débattu sur l'existence de Dieu depuis des siècles.

Etymology

From Latin 'existentia', from the verb 'existere' meaning 'to stand out, to manifest'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

existence is a struggle
Life is often full of obstacles and challenges.
l'existence est un combat
searching for meaning in existence
Trying to find meaning or purpose in life.
chercher un sens à l'existence
the beauty of existence
Appreciating what life has to offer.
la beauté de l'existence

Related Words

live
Having existence, being alive.
vivre
being
Being as a concept of existence.
être
reality
The state of what is real, as opposed to the imaginary.
réalité

Slang Meanings

Life in chill mode
These days, I’m fully enjoying existence!
Ces jours-ci, je profite de l'existence à fond !
Surviving day to day
We’re just doing existence, nothing more.
On fait juste de l'existence, rien de plus.