different
word
/ˈdɪfɝənt/, /ˈdɪfɹənt/
DIF-er-uhnt
/dˈɪfɹənt/
DIF-ruhnt
Definition
Not the same as another or each other; having distinct qualities or characteristics.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both formal and informal contexts. Often paired with 'from' to show contrast (e.g., 'different from'). Common mistakes include saying 'different than' in formal writing. It describes variety or distinction, not an exact opposite.
Spanish: diferentePortuguese (BR): diferentePortuguese (PT): diferenteChinese (Simplified): 不同Chinese (Traditional): 不同Hindi: अलगArabic: مختلفBengali: ভিন্ন - আলাদাRussian: другой - различныйJapanese: 違う - 異なるVietnamese: khácKorean: 다른Turkish: farklıUrdu: مختلف - جداIndonesian: berbeda
Example Sentences
My opinion is different from yours.
basic
This shirt is different from the one I bought last week.
basic
We need a different plan to solve this problem.
basic
I like this flavor, but I want to try different ones too.
natural
Her style is so different from anyone else's.
natural
Let's do something different this weekend.
natural