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Exist

ɪɡˈzɪst
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
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существовать, иметь место, присутствовать, быть

Exist meanings in Russian

существовать

Example:
God exists in many religions.
Бог существует во многих религиях.
Do aliens exist?
Существуют ли инопланетяне?
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in discussions about reality, philosophy, or general existence.
Note: This is the most common translation and is used in both formal and informal contexts.

иметь место

Example:
These problems exist in the world today.
Эти проблемы имеют место в современном мире.
Such opportunities exist for young people.
Такие возможности имеют место для молодежи.
Usage: formalContext: Often used in academic or formal discussions to indicate the presence of something.
Note: This phrase is more formal and can often be seen in written contexts.

присутствовать

Example:
The danger exists in the shadows.
Опасность присутствует в тенях.
Problems exist in every organization.
Проблемы присутствуют в каждой организации.
Usage: informalContext: Used to indicate the presence of something in a more casual conversation.
Note: This usage implies a more immediate or tangible presence.

быть

Example:
There must be a reason why he doesn't exist in her life anymore.
Должна быть причина, почему он больше не существует в её жизни.
In this world, only love exists.
В этом мире существует только любовь.
Usage: informalContext: Common in everyday speech to imply being present or having a role.
Note: This is a more metaphorical use of the word 'exist' and is often used in emotional or romantic contexts.

Exist's synonyms

be

To 'be' means to exist or live.
Example: I am a teacher.
Note: Can be used more broadly to indicate existence or identity.

live

To 'live' means to be alive or have life.
Example: Many species of animals live in the rainforest.
Note: Specifically refers to being alive or residing in a particular place.

reside

To 'reside' means to live in a particular place.
Example: She resides in a small town in the countryside.
Note: Emphasizes the act of living in a specific location.

dwell

To 'dwell' means to live in a particular place or stay for a long time.
Example: The tribe used to dwell in the valley.
Note: Often used in a more poetic or formal context.

occupy

To 'occupy' means to reside or inhabit a place.
Example: The building has been occupied by squatters.
Note: Can imply taking possession or control of a space.

Exist expressions, common phrases

to be in existence

This phrase means to be currently existing or present.
Example: The ancient ruins are still in existence today.
Note: Slightly more formal than just saying 'exist.'

to come into existence

This phrase refers to something beginning to exist or be created.
Example: The new law will come into existence next month.
Note: Indicates the specific moment or process of starting to exist.

to cease to exist

This phrase means to stop existing or to disappear.
Example: The company ceased to exist after the economic downturn.
Note: Emphasizes the end or disappearance of existence.

to exist on a shoestring

This phrase means to survive or manage with very little resources.
Example: As a startup, they exist on a shoestring budget.
Note: Highlights the idea of surviving or managing with limited means.

to exist by the skin of one's teeth

This phrase means to barely survive or succeed in a difficult situation.
Example: He narrowly escaped the accident, existing by the skin of his teeth.
Note: Emphasizes the close call or narrow margin of survival.

to exist in a vacuum

This phrase means to be isolated or considered without context.
Example: The decision cannot exist in a vacuum; it affects many other departments.
Note: Implies being considered separately from other factors or influences.

to exist on borrowed time

This phrase means to continue to survive despite being expected to fail soon.
Example: The old building is so dilapidated; it's existing on borrowed time.
Note: Indicates a temporary extension of existence beyond what is expected.

Exist everyday (slang) expressions

existential crisis

An existential crisis refers to a moment of intense self-examination where a person questions their own existence, purpose, and meaning in life.
Example: After failing his exam, Mark went through an existential crisis, questioning the purpose of his existence.
Note: This slang term focuses on a deep internal questioning of one's existence, going beyond the simple act of existing.

existing on fumes

To exist on fumes means to barely have enough resources, energy, or motivation to continue existing or functioning.
Example: With only a few dollars left in his bank account, Sarah was existing on fumes until her next paycheck.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the struggle of barely being able to sustain oneself, likening it to running on empty or fumes.

hanging by a thread

To be hanging by a thread means to be in a precarious or vulnerable position, with a small chance of surviving or continuing to exist.
Example: The company's finances are hanging by a thread, and without a new investor, it may cease to exist.
Note: While 'exist' refers to simply being in a state of being, 'hanging by a thread' implies a critical situation verging on collapse or extinction.

living existence

Living existence refers to the act of enduring or persevering through life in a modest or humble manner, focusing on survival rather than thriving.
Example: Albert led a meager living existence in a small village, content with the simple pleasures of life.
Note: This term adds emphasis to the experience of living, highlighting the day-to-day struggle and survival aspect of existence.

Exist - Examples

There exists a solution to this problem.
Существует решение этой проблемы.
The unicorn does not exist in reality.
Единорог не существует в реальности.
The possibility of life on other planets exists.
Возможность жизни на других планетах существует.

Exist grammar

Exist - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: exist
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): existed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): existing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): exists
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): exist
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): exist
Syllables, Separation and Stress
exist Contains 2 syllables: ex • ist
Phonetic transcription: ig-ˈzist
ex ist , ig ˈzist (The red syllable is stressed)

Exist - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
exist: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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