Distinctes (en. Distinct)
/dis.tɛ̃kt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
That presents a clear and marked difference.
The two colors are distinct.
Les deux couleurs sont distinctes.
That is clearly distinguished from others.
He has distinct qualities that make him unique.
Il a des qualités distinctes qui le rendent unique.
Characterized by a separation or individuality.
The two cultures have distinct traditions.
Les deux cultures ont des traditions distinctes.
Etymology
From Latin 'distinctus', from 'distinguere', which means 'to separate, to distinguish'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in distinct fields
in separate or different sectors.
dans des domaines distincts
distinct paths
paths that do not cross.
voies distinctes
Related Words
distinction
Action of distinguishing, differentiating.
distinction
distinctive
Which serves to distinguish, which is characteristic.
distinctif
Slang Meanings
Broken
Everything is distinct and broken in this neighborhood.
Tout est distinct et cassé dans ce quartier.
Apart
He is distinct from all the others.
Il est distinct de tous les autres.