彼は友達というより、兄弟のような存在だ。
He is more like a brother than just a friend.
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His presence is very significant for the team.
今ではスマホがなくてはならない存在だ。
Nowadays, smartphones are an indispensable presence.
彼は、私にとって人生の師とも呼べる存在だ。
He is an existence that can be called a mentor of my life.
彼はとても頼りになる存在だ。
He is a very reliable person.
宇宙にはまだ解明されていない謎の物質がたくさん存在している。
There are many mysterious substances in the universe that have not yet been explained.
彼はノリがいいので、パーティーには欠かせない存在だ。
Because he has a good vibe, he is indispensable to parties.
彼はチームにとって絶対的な存在だ。
He is an absolute presence for the team.
世界中には様々な人種や文化が存在する。
There are various races and cultures throughout the world.
彼は私の友人と言うより、家族のような存在だ。
He is more like family than just a friend to me.
Usage Notes
Refers to the state of existing or being present in a certain place or context.
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