die Existenz
Translation
existence, being, livelihood
Examples
Die Existenz von Wasser auf dem Mars ist bestätigt.
The existence of water on Mars is confirmed.
Er kämpft um seine berufliche Existenz.
He is fighting for his professional livelihood.
Grammar Patterns
the existence ((of sth.)) The existence of water on Mars is confirmed.
to fight for one's livelihood ((um seine Existenz kämpfen)) He is fighting for his professional livelihood.
Similar Words
Dasein, Sein, Leben; Lebensunterhalt
Etymology
From Latin 'existentia' (existence), from 'existere' (to step forth, emerge, exist).
Memory Tips
Almost identical to the English 'existence'. Also remember the second meaning, 'livelihood', as in fighting for one's economic survival.