What is '区別' called in English?

'区別' in English is called "Distinction". Distinction refers to: 二つ以上のものの違いを認識したり指摘したりする行為。

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What is an example sentence for Distinction in Japanese?

English: "It is important to make a clear distinction between the two concepts." | Japanese: "二つの概念の明確な区別をすることが重要です。"

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distinction Meaning in Japanese (distinction 英語意味)

区別, 功績, 特徴

区別 in English:distinction

Phonetic:くべつ

Quick Answer • 要約

distinction の日本語の意味は「区別, 功績, 特徴」です。 (二つ以上のものの違いを認識したり指摘したりする行為。)

Definitions of Distinction

1
noun
区別
A distinction refers to the act of perceiving or pointing out a difference between two or more things.
二つ以上のものの違いを認識したり指摘したりする行為。
2
noun
功績
A distinction can also be a special honor or recognition given for excellence or achievement.
卓越性や功績に対して与えられる特別な名誉または認識。
3
noun
特徴
A distinction can also be a characteristic that makes someone or something different or special.
誰かまたは何かを異なったり特別にしたりする特徴。

Example Sentences

formal

“It is important to make a clear distinction between the two concepts.”

二つの概念の明確な区別をすることが重要です。

formal

“She achieved a distinction in her final exams for her outstanding performance.”

彼女は、その傑出した成績により、期末試験で功績を収めた。

casual

“His unique style is a key distinction of his artwork.”

彼のユニークなスタイルは、彼の芸術作品の重要な特徴です。

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Synonyms (類語)

In English:

difference contrastdifferentiation

Antonyms (対義語)

In English:

similaritysamenessresemblance

Inflected Word Forms

infinitivedistinguish

adjectivedistinct

adjectivedistinctive

adjectivedistinguishable

adverbdistinctly

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

make a distinctioncollocation

To differentiate or point out a difference between things.

with distinctionexpression

With excellence or special merit, often in academic contexts.

without distinctionexpression

Without making any difference or showing any preference.

distinction Meaning in Japanese (distinction 英語 意味)