VocabJLPT N5
existence
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. existence
  2. 2. being
  3. 3. Existence
This noun means "existence" or "presence," referring to the fact that something or someone exists. It is also used as a する verb, 存在する, meaning "to exist," and can carry a philosophical nuance in some contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Yes, we do acknowledge that the problem exists.

Sentence 2

I have to believe my existence means something.

Sentence 3

How long have you known that place existed?

Sentence 4

Wait, you still don't know about the problem?

Sentence 5

And your presence changes how my mornings feel.