How to Pronounce "existential"
word
ˌɛɡˌzɪsˈtɛnʃəɫ
eg-ZIS-TEN-shul
ɛɡzɪstˈɛnʃəl
eg-zis-TEN-shuhl
Definition
Related to existence or the experience of being alive. Often used in philosophy to talk about questions about life, purpose, or identity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɛɡˌzɪsˈtɛnʃəɫ
British English
ɛɡzɪstˈɛnʃəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
eg-ZIS-TEN-shul
UK
eg-zis-TEN-shuhl
Listen in Context
Some people have existential questions about the meaning of life.
The philosopher wrote about existential fears.
Climate change is considered an existential threat to humanity.
After losing his job, he went through an existential crisis.