1. to exist together or at the same time
同時存在；共存
Different species of animals must learn to coexist in the same habitat.
不同種類的動物必須學會在同一個棲息地共存。
In this forest, ancient trees coexist with new growth.
在這片森林裡，古樹與新生的樹木共存。
Coexist Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
coexist
verb
快速理解
What does "Coexist" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Coexist"?
指不同的人、事物或狀態同時存在，通常強調和平或容忍。
- 1
和平共存
EN: to exist together peacefully despite differences.
翻譯: 儘管存在差異，仍和平地共同存在。
- 2
同時存在
EN: to exist at the same time or in the same place.
翻譯: 在同一時間或同一地點存在。
- 3
並存狀態
EN: for two or more conditions or situations to be present together.
翻譯: 兩種或多種狀況或情境一起出現。
小提醒：注意：coexist 通常暗示一種主動或刻意的容忍與和平狀態，不僅僅是物理上的「同時存在」。
發音（How to Pronounce "Coexist" in English）
How to pronounce "Coexist" in English?"Coexist" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Coexist" from YouTube Videos
Louise Leakey: Digging for humanity's origins
TED
“In fact, if you go back in time, it is the norm that there are multiple species of hominids or of human ancestors that coexist at any one time.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Coexist"?How does "Coexist" change by context?
2. to live together peacefully despite differences
和平共處（儘管存在差異）
The two communities have coexisted peacefully for generations.
這兩個社群已經和平共處了好幾代。
It is possible for people with opposing beliefs to coexist in a tolerant society.
在一個寬容的社會中，持有相反信念的人們是有可能和平共處的。
3. to be compatible or able to function together
相容；並存
Modern technology and traditional craftsmanship can coexist in this design.
現代科技與傳統工藝可以在這個設計中並存。
The new software must coexist with the legacy systems.
新軟體必須能與舊有系統相容並存。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Coexist"?How to make natural sentences with "Coexist"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| coexist | 共存；同時存在 | Different species must coexist in this ecosystem. (不同物種必須在這個生態系統中共存。) |
| coexist with + noun | 與...共存 | The two communities learned to coexist with each other peacefully. (這兩個群體學會了和平共存。) |
| coexist in + noun (place/state) | 在...中共存 | Modern and traditional elements coexist in this city. (現代與傳統元素在這座城市中共存。) |
| coexist peacefully / harmoniously | 和平/和諧地共存 | The goal is for all religions to coexist harmoniously. (目標是讓所有宗教都能和諧共存。) |
用法說明
How is "Coexist" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Coexist"?
coexist with vs coexist alongside
- coexist with 是最常見的用法，表示與某人或某物共同存在，強調「與...一起」的狀態。
- coexist alongside 則帶有「並列存在」或「同時存在於同一空間但可能保持距離」的細微差別，有時暗示物理上或概念上的並列。
- 在大多數情況下，兩者可以互換，但 coexist with 更通用、更常用於抽象或社會關係。
- 在描述緊密結合或相互依存的共存時，通常使用 coexist with。
對比例句： EN: Different religious groups must learn to coexist with each other in peace. 翻譯: 不同的宗教團體必須學會和平共存。
EN:The new technology will have to coexist alongside the old systems for a while.
翻譯:這項新技術將必須與舊系統並存一段時間。
總結建議
在表達「共存」概念時，優先使用更通用的 coexist with，僅在需要強調「並列」或「同時並存」的語境下，才考慮使用 coexist alongside。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Coexist" and similar words?How to choose "Coexist" vs alternatives?
coexist vs cohabitate
「coexist」強調不同個體或群體在衝突或差異中和平共存，常用於國家、文化或物種。而「cohabitate」通常指具體地共同居住或生活在同一空間，尤指伴侶關係。
coexist vs cooperate
「coexist」指和平共存，但不一定涉及積極互動或共同目標。而「cooperate」則強調為了共同目標而積極合作、協作。
coexist vs subsist
「coexist」指兩個或多個實體同時存在並共處。而「subsist」則強調在困難條件下維持生存或存在，通常指依靠有限的資源。
口語用法
How is "Coexist" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Coexist"?
引述
在對話中，人們有時會引述或重述他人關於共存的觀點。 EN: He just kept saying, "We need to coexist," but offered no practical steps. 翻譯: 他只是不斷重複說：「我們需要共存，」但沒有提出任何實際步驟。
EN:Her whole argument boils down to "can't we all just coexist?"
翻譯:她的整個論點歸結起來就是「難道我們不能和平共存嗎？」
語氣強調
在口語中，會透過重音或重複來強調「共存」的必要性或困難度。 EN: We don't just live side by side; we have to actively coexist. 翻譯: 我們不只是比鄰而居；我們必須積極地共存。
EN:It's not easy – coexisting requires real effort from everyone.
翻譯:這並不容易 – 共存需要每個人都付出真正的努力。
停頓填充
在組織想法或尋找合適詞語時，可能會用「共存」作為一個過渡或填充概念。 EN: The goal, you know, the ideal situation, would be to... coexist peacefully. 翻譯: 目標，你知道的，最理想的狀況，會是…和平共存。
EN:It's about finding a balance, a way to, uh, coexist despite our differences.
翻譯:這關乎找到一個平衡，一種能夠，呃，儘管存在分歧仍能共存的方式。
正式寫作注意：在正式或學術寫作中，應避免上述口語化的引述、強調或填充用法。請使用更精確、結構完整的句子來闡述「共存」的概念、條件或機制。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Coexist"?What fixed phrases with "Coexist" should I remember?
coexist peacefully
coexist + adverb
和平共存
coexist with
coexist + with + [entity]
與...共存
difficult to coexist
adjective + to + coexist
難以共存
coexist side by side
coexist + adverbial phrase
並存；比鄰共存
coexist harmoniously
coexist + adverb
和諧共存
ability to coexist
noun + to + coexist
共存的能力
coexist in the same space
coexist + prepositional phrase
在同一空間共存
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Coexist"?Which "Coexist" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×The two communities are coexisting together peacefully.
✓The two communities coexist peacefully.
The word 'coexist' already implies 'together' or 'with each other'. Adding 'together' is redundant and sounds unnatural.
×We must learn to coexist with the nature.
✓We must learn to coexist with nature.
The word 'nature' is usually used without the definite article 'the' when referring to the natural world in a general sense.
×The old system and the new system cannot coexist each other.
✓The old system and the new system cannot coexist.
'Coexist' is an intransitive verb and does not take a direct object like 'each other'. The meaning of mutual existence is contained within the verb itself.
×It's difficult for cats and dogs to coexist in one house.
✓It's difficult for cats and dogs to coexist in the same house.
While 'one house' is grammatically correct, the more natural and idiomatic phrase in this context is 'the same house' or simply 'a house'.
×Peaceful coexist is essential for global harmony.
✓Peaceful coexistence is essential for global harmony.
'Coexist' is a verb. The noun form required here is 'coexistence'.
×The company tries to coexist its employees and the environment.
✓The company tries to balance the needs of its employees and the environment.
'Coexist' describes a state of being, not an action one entity does to two other things. It is not used with a direct object in this way. A verb like 'balance' or 'reconcile' is more appropriate.
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Coexist"?What are tense/participle forms of "Coexist"?
coexists(3rd_singular)coexisting(present_participle)coexisted(past)coexisted(past_participle)