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    Présence (en. Presence)

    /pʁe.zɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    State of existence of someone or something in a given place.
    Her presence at the meeting was greatly appreciated.
    Sa présence à la réunion a été très appréciée.
    Influence of a person in a social environment.
    Her presence lights up the room.
    Sa présence illumine la pièce.
    Visible appearance or manifestation of a person or spirit.
    He had the feeling of a strange presence.
    Il a eu la sensation d’une présence étrange.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'praesentia', meaning 'to be present'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in the presence of someone
    To be face to face with a person.
    être en présence de quelqu'un
    under the presence of
    In the presence of someone, often used in a formal context.
    sous la présence de
    presence of mind
    The ability to react quickly and sensibly in a difficult situation.
    la présence d'esprit

    Related Words

    present
    Who is there, who participates.
    présent
    to present
    To show, to make something or someone known.
    présenter
    in-person
    Related to physical presence, as opposed to remote.
    présentiel

    Slang Meanings

    To be around
    He is there, he made an appearance.
    Il est là, il a fait acte de présence.
    To show oneself
    You need to show up to ensure your presence.
    Il faut se montrer pour assurer sa présence.