Englanti

presence

gb/pɹˈɛzəns/ us/pɹˈɛzəns/
A2 Englanti
~ 1300
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Substantiivi A2 state
1

state of being present

When someone or something is in a place.

Käyttömalli: [someone's/something's] presence [somewhere]
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners sometimes confuse 'presence' with 'present' as an adjective or noun meaning 'gift'. They are different words with different meanings.
Synonyymit
attendance (Implies being present at an event or meeting, often in a formal or recorded way.)
Antonyymit
absence (Refers to the state of not being in a place.)
Kollokaatiot
in someone's presence |physical presence |presence in the room |confirm presence
Teemat
daily life |communication |core_vocabulary
Esimerkit
  • Her presence at the meeting surprised everyone.
  • The teacher's presence in the classroom kept the students quiet.
  • Police confirmed his presence at the scene of the crime.
  • Your presence here means a lot to me.
Oppijaesimerkit
  • She was happy about his presence.
  • The dog’s presence made me feel safe.
  • I felt his presence in the room.
  • Her presence helped me stay calm.
Substantiivi B1 property
2

quality of impactful appearance

The way someone looks or acts that makes people notice them.

Käyttömalli: [someone] has a strong presence
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners may confuse this with physical location. Here it refers to personality impact, not just being there.
Synonyymit
charisma (Often implies charm and attractiveness that inspires others.)
Antonyymit
anonymity (The state of not being noticed or recognized.)
Kollokaatiot
commanding presence |stage presence |strong presence |charismatic presence
Teemat
emotions |communication |core_vocabulary
Esimerkit
  • The actor has a commanding stage presence.
  • Her calm presence reassured the nervous crowd.
  • He lacks the presence needed for leadership roles.
  • The speaker’s presence filled the room with energy.
Oppijaesimerkit
  • The singer has a big stage presence.
  • His strong presence made people listen.
  • She has a warm presence that helps people relax.
  • The teacher’s presence makes the class quiet.
Substantiivi formal B2 state
3

existence in a location

When something is found or exists in a place.

Käyttömalli: presence of [something] [somewhere]
Synonyymit
existence (General term for being real or present, without implying influence.)
Antonyymit
nonexistence (The state of not existing at all.)
Kollokaatiot
military presence |online presence |police presence |foreign presence
Teemat
science |business |space |core_vocabulary
Esimerkit
  • There is a strong military presence along the border.
  • The company is expanding its online presence.
  • Tests confirmed the presence of bacteria in the water.
  • A foreign presence has been felt in the region for years.
Oppijaesimerkit
  • There is police presence in the park.
  • The company has an online presence.
  • We saw a military presence at the airport.
  • Tests show the presence of sugar in the drink.
Kielioppi
Sanakirjamuoto
presence
IPA
GB/pɹˈɛzəns/
US/pɹˈɛzəns/
Tavut ja painotus
pres - ence (2 tavua)
Stress on 1st syllable (pres)
Taivutusmuodot
Noun
  • Base: presence
  • Plural: presence, presences
Sanaperhe
Forms
presences noun
Core family
present adjective A1
Related words
presentation noun B1 presenter noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
absent adjective A2 absence noun A2
Advanced or less common
presently adverb B2
Ilmaukset

in the presence of

1
/ˈɪn ðə pɹˈɛzəns əv/
fixed phrase

while someone/something is there

When someone or something is there with you.

Esimerkit
  • Please do not smoke in the presence of children.
  • He was nervous in the presence of his boss.

make your presence felt

1
/mˈeɪk jˈʊɹ pɹˈɛzəns fˈɛlt/
idiom

show clear influence or effect

To make sure people notice you and your influence.

Esimerkit
  • The new manager quickly made her presence felt in the office.
  • He made his presence felt during the debate.

online presence

1
/ˈɔnlˌaɪn pɹˈɛzəns/
fixed phrase

existence on the internet

How much someone or something can be found on the internet.

Esimerkit
  • The brand is working to improve its online presence.
  • A good online presence can help you get more customers.

presence of mind

1
/pɹˈɛzəns əv mˈaɪnd/
fixed phrase

clear thinking under pressure

The ability to think and act quickly when something bad or surprising happens.

Esimerkit
  • She had the presence of mind to call 911 immediately.
  • He lost his presence of mind during the crisis.

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