coexistencia
coexistence
noun koh-ehk-SEES-ten-syah Rare
Origin: Latin co- + existentia
Usage Note
Coexistencia refers to the state of living or existing alongside others, often in contexts of political tolerance, cultural diversity, or competing powers (e.g., coexistencia pacífica = peaceful coexistence, a Cold War term). The related verb is coexistir and the adjective is coexistente.
Examples
"La coexistencia pacífica requiere respeto mutuo."
Natural Translation
Peaceful coexistence requires mutual respect.
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