Nouns ending in -ence are usually feminine.
The suffix forms abstract nouns, often from verbs.
C'était une très bonne expérience pour lui.
It was a very good experience for him.
Il a la connaissance ainsi que l'expérience.
He has knowledge and experience as well.
Il consacra toute son énergie à l'expérience.
All his energies were devoted to the experiment.
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