French Conversation · Level 18
89 words
French word
coexistence
Pronunciation
IPA/koɛgzistɑ̃s/
Meaning
- feminine nouncoexistence
Example
La coexistence pacifique est importante.
Peaceful coexistence is important.
More examples
La coexistence entre traditions et modernité enrichit la société.
The coexistence between traditions and modernity enriches society.
Core concept
Separate groups remain side by side in the same world without one eliminating the other.
Common phrases
coexistence pacifique
peaceful coexistence
coexistence culturelle
cultural coexistence
Similar words
tolérance: An attitude of accepting different opinions and customs.
paix: A safe, calm state without conflict or war.
entente: A relationship based on mutual understanding and cooperation.
accord: Mutual agreement on opinions or terms.
Definition in French
État où deux ou plusieurs êtres, groupes ou réalités existent ensemble sans conflit manifeste.
Word origin
French derives coexistence from coexister with the noun-forming ending -ence, expressing the condition of existing together.
Usage tips
- The noun is relatively formal; everyday French often uses vivre ensemble or describes the shared situation more directly.
Opposites
- conflitconflictnoun
- séparationseparationnoun
Related words
- coexistercoexistverb
- coexistantcoexistingadjective