French Conversation · Level 134
30 words
French word
subsistance
Pronunciation
IPA/sybzistɑ̃s/
Meaning
- feminine nounlivelihood
Example
Elle cherche des moyens de subsistance.
She is looking for ways to make a living.
More examples
L'agriculture de subsistance nourrit la communauté locale.
Subsistence agriculture feeds the local community.
Core concept
The basic supply that prevents a person from losing the means to live.
Common phrases
agriculture de subsistance
subsistence agriculture
pêche de subsistance
subsistence fishing
Similar words
revenu: Money earned through work or investments.
salaire: Regular pay received for working as an employee.
emploi: A job or occupation that provides a salary.
ressource: Money, supplies, or means available for living needs.
Definition in French
Désigne les moyens nécessaires pour assurer la subsistance d'une personne, en particulier l'argent et la nourriture.
Word origin
French subsistance developed from Latin subsistentia, formed from subsistere and associated with continued existence and support.
Usage tips
- Subsistance is relatively formal; everyday French often uses revenu, ressources, or gagner sa vie instead.