Distinctement (en. Distinctly)

/dis.tɛ̃k.tə.mɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
Indicating a clear separation between objects, ideas, or sounds.
The two colors are distinctly different from one another.
Les deux couleurs se distinguent distinctement l'une de l'autre.
Used to indicate that something is recognized or perceived clearly.
He expressed his thoughts distinctly during the presentation.
Il a exprimé ses pensées distinctement lors de la présentation.
Marking a clear difference or identification.
She distinctly heard the footsteps behind her.
Elle a entendu distinctement les pas derrière elle.

Etymology

From Latin 'distinctus', which means 'separated, distinguished'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to speak distinctly
To express oneself in a clear and understandable manner.
parler distinctement
to see distinctly
To perceive something in a clear and precise way.
voir distinctement

Related Words

distinct
Which is separate or stands out from others.
distinct
distinctive
Which serves to distinguish or identify.
distinctif

Slang Meanings

Understood unequivocally.
His message was heard distinctly, no misunderstanding.
Son message a été entendu distinctement, pas de malentendu.
Immediately recognizable.
His style of music is distinctly unique.
Son style de musique est distinctement unique.