Dictionnaire monolingue
Anglais
Distinguish
dəˈstɪŋɡwɪʃ
Très Commun
~ 2200
~ 2200
L'indice de fréquence et d'importance des mots indique la fréquence d'apparition d'un mot dans une langue donnée. Plus le nombre est petit, plus le mot est fréquemment utilisé. Les mots les plus fréquemment utilisés vont généralement de 1 à 4000. Cet indice d'importance vous aide à vous concentrer sur les mots les plus utiles lors de votre processus d'apprentissage des langues.
L'indice de fréquence et d'importance des mots indique la fréquence d'apparition d'un mot dans une langue donnée. Plus le nombre est petit, plus le mot est fréquemment utilisé. Les mots les plus fréquemment utilisés vont généralement de 1 à 4000. Cet indice d'importance vous aide à vous concentrer sur les mots les plus utiles lors de votre processus d'apprentissage des langues.
Distinguish -
To recognize or point out a difference between two or more things
Exemple: It's important to be able to distinguish between similar species of birds.
Utilisation: formalContexte: academic or professional discussions
Note: Used in contexts where accuracy and precision are required.
To be notable, remarkable, or stand out from others
Exemple: Her talent for singing distinguishes her from the other contestants.
Utilisation: formalContexte: evaluating qualities or characteristics
Note: Often used in discussions about unique qualities or characteristics.
To recognize someone's achievements or qualities
Exemple: The award distinguishes her as a leader in the field.
Utilisation: formalContexte: acknowledging accomplishments
Note: Commonly used in award ceremonies or formal recognitions.
Les synonymes de Distinguish
differentiate
To recognize or ascertain what makes someone or something different.
Exemple: It's important to differentiate between fact and opinion.
Note: While 'distinguish' focuses on recognizing differences, 'differentiate' emphasizes the process of distinguishing between similar things or concepts.
discern
To perceive or recognize something with difficulty by sight or intellect.
Exemple: She could discern the subtle nuances in the painting that others overlooked.
Note: Similar to 'distinguish,' but 'discern' often implies a deeper level of perception or understanding.
identify
To establish or indicate who or what someone or something is.
Exemple: Can you identify which bird is making that sound?
Note: While 'distinguish' focuses on recognizing differences, 'identify' emphasizes recognizing and naming specific individuals or things.
recognize
To identify someone or something previously seen, known, or experienced.
Exemple: I couldn't recognize her at first with the new hairstyle.
Note: Similar to 'distinguish,' but 'recognize' often involves recalling a previous encounter or familiarity with the person or thing.
Expressions et phrases courantes de Distinguish
Distinguish between
To recognize the difference or contrast between two or more things.
Exemple: It's important to distinguish between right and wrong.
Note: This phrase indicates making a clear distinction or differentiation between things.
Distinguish oneself
To stand out from others due to exceptional qualities or actions.
Exemple: She distinguished herself as the top performer in the competition.
Note: This phrase suggests achieving recognition or distinction through notable actions or qualities.
Distinguishable
Capable of being perceived as different or distinct.
Exemple: The two types of birds are easily distinguishable by their color patterns.
Note: This term refers to the quality of being able to be distinguished or recognized as distinct from something else.
Distinguished
Recognized as successful, authoritative, or prestigious in a particular field.
Exemple: He is a distinguished professor in the field of economics.
Note: This term implies having achieved a high level of respect or honor in a specific area.
Hard to distinguish
Difficult to recognize or differentiate one from another.
Exemple: The twins looked so alike that it was hard to distinguish between them.
Note: This phrase indicates the challenge in perceiving or discerning a clear difference.
Expressions courantes (argot) de Distinguish
Tell apart
This slang term means to distinguish between two similar things or people.
Exemple: Their twin brothers were so identical it was hard to tell them apart.
Note: The slang term 'tell apart' specifically refers to distinguishing between similar things without using the word 'distinguish.'
Pick out
To select or identify something from a group, indicating the act of distinguishing it.
Exemple: Can you pick out the best piece of artwork from the collection?
Note: While 'pick out' involves selection, it also involves the act of discerning or recognizing something, not just choosing it.
Spot the difference
Refers to identifying discrepancies or variations between similar things or images.
Exemple: In the spot-the-difference game, players have to find the discrepancies between two seemingly identical pictures.
Note: This term is often used to describe a game or activity where participants have to identify small discrepancies rather than general distinctions.
Distinguish - Exemples
English: It's important to distinguish between fact and opinion.
English: The unique design of the building distinguishes it from the others in the area.
English: Her talent for languages distinguishes her from her peers.
Grammaire de Distinguish
Distinguish - Verbe (Verb) / Verbe, forme de base (Verb, base form)
Lemme: distinguish
Conjugaisons
Verbe, passé simple (Verb, past tense): distinguished
Verbe, gérondif ou participe présent (Verb, gerund or present participle): distinguishing
Verbe, 3ème personne du singulier au présent (Verb, 3rd person singular present): distinguishes
Verbe, forme de base (Verb, base form): distinguish
Verbe, présent non à la 3ème personne du singulier (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): distinguish
Syllabes, Séparation et Accent
distinguish contient 3 syllabes: dis • tin • guish
Transcription phonétique: di-ˈstiŋ-(g)wish
dis tin guish , di ˈstiŋ (g)wish (La syllabe rouge est accentuée)
Distinguish - Importance et fréquence d'utilisation
L'indice de fréquence et d'importance des mots indique la fréquence d'apparition d'un mot dans une langue donnée. Plus le nombre est petit, plus le mot est fréquemment utilisé. Les mots les plus fréquemment utilisés vont généralement de 1 à 4000.
distinguish: ~ 2200 (Très Commun).
Cet indice d'importance vous aide à vous concentrer sur les mots les plus utiles lors de votre processus d'apprentissage des langues.
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