distinct
word
/dɪˈstɪŋkt/
di-STINGKT
/dɪstˈɪŋkt/
di-STINGKT
Definition
Clearly separate or different from something else. It can also mean easy to see, hear, or recognize.
Usage & Nuances
'Distinct' is often used in more formal or academic contexts. It is stronger than 'different'; 'distinct' emphasizes clear separation. Common phrases: 'distinct impression', 'distinct possibility', 'two distinct groups'. Do not confuse with 'distinctive' (characteristic quality).
Spanish: distinto - diferente - claro (sentido)Portuguese (BR): distinto - diferente - claro (sentido)Portuguese (PT): distinto - diferente - claro (sentido)Chinese (Simplified): 明显的 - 不同的Chinese (Traditional): 明顯的 - 不同的Hindi: स्पष्ट - अलगArabic: مميز - مختلف - واضحBengali: স্বতন্ত্র - স্পষ্টRussian: отчётливый - отдельныйJapanese: 明確な - はっきりしたVietnamese: riêng biệt - rõ ràngKorean: 명확한 - 뚜렷한Turkish: belirgin - farklı - ayrıUrdu: واضح - الگIndonesian: berbeda - jelas
Example Sentences
There are three distinct colors in this painting.
basic
Online learning offers a distinct advantage for busy people.
natural
Even though they’re siblings, their interests are totally distinct.
natural
They come from two distinct cultures.
basic
Her voice was loud and distinct.
basic
We had the distinct feeling that something was wrong.
natural