Distinct Meaning in English

word

US

/dɪˈstɪŋkt/

di-STINGKT

UK

/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 - अलग
• Arabic: مميز - مختلف - واضح
• Bengali: স্বতন্ত্র - স্পষ্ট
• Russian: отчётливый - отдельный
• Japanese: 明確な - はっきりした
• Vietnamese: riêng biệt - rõ ràng
• Korean: 명확한 - 뚜렷한
• Turkish: belirgin - farklı - ayrı
• Urdu: واضح - الگ
• Indonesian: berbeda - jelas

Example Sentences

There are three distinct colors in this painting.

basic

They come from two distinct cultures.

basic

Her voice was loud and distinct.

basic

Online learning offers a distinct advantage for busy people.

natural

We had the distinct feeling that something was wrong.

natural

Even though they’re siblings, their interests are totally distinct.

natural