Distinctions (en. Distinctions)

/distingʃɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Characteristics that allow for differentiating things or people.

The distinctions between these two species are very subtle.

Les distinctions entre ces deux espèces sont très subtiles.

Awards or honors given for exceptional achievements.

She received several distinctions for her work in science.

Elle a reçu plusieurs distinctions pour son travail en science.

Recognition of excellence or a particular merit.

This artist has won distinctions at several festivals.

Cet artiste a gagné des distinctions dans plusieurs festivals.

From the Latin 'distinctio', which means separation, distinction.

to make the distinction

to differentiate something from something else.

faire la distinction

to distinguish

to highlight the differences or specific qualities of a subject.

mettre en distinction

without distinction

indiscriminately, without making a difference.

sans distinction

distinct

which stands out by its characteristics.

distinct

differentiation

act of distinguishing or differentiating.

différenciation

recognition

act of recognizing or appreciating something.

reconnaissance

To have style

He really has distinctions in his outfit.

Il a vraiment des distinctions dans sa tenue.

To be unique

This kind of music has distinctions that make it special.

Ce genre de musique a des distinctions qui le rendent spécial.