noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
Used as a no-adjective or noun to describe something that exists or is present at the current moment, often in contrast to what is ideal or planned. Common in phrases like ありのまま (as it is) or 現状あり (current state).
See also: ある
It's hard to show your true self as you are.
Colloquial use, often as a response or evaluation meaning something is okay or good enough. Can be used like それでいい (that's fine) but with a more casual, abbreviated feel.
irregular -ru verb (-ri ending), intransitive verb
Formal or literary verb form equivalent to ある, used for inanimate objects or abstract existence. Also covers 'to have' in the sense of possession or existence. Rare in modern speech; mostly found in written or stylized contexts.
I think that opinion is a valid option too.
I will report the numbers as they currently stand.
このプランでまあありかな。
I guess this plan is alright.
I think his suggestion is acceptable too.
昔、ここに大きな城がありと伝えられる。
It is said that long ago there was a large castle here.
We still have hope.
Here I am; I exist here.
いる is used for the existence of animate beings, while あり (like ある) is reserved for inanimate objects and abstract concepts.
無し means 'without' or 'nonexistent,' the direct opposite of あり's meaning of 'existing' or 'present.'
past; former; old · when one was alive; during one's lifetime
location; whereabouts; hiding place
common; ordinary; conventional; run-of-the-mill
Kana spelling is standard for all senses; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling occasionally seen in formal or literary contexts, but kana is strongly preferred.
Single-character abbreviation; not a practical standalone spelling for learners.
Rare kanji variant; 有り is more common when kanji is used.
The classical terminal form (終止形) of the verb あり (modern ある). The nominal and adjectival uses derive from this base form.