Diferenciar (en. Differentiate)

/difeɾenˈθiaɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Establish the distinction between two or more elements.
It is important to differentiate between a fact and an opinion.
Es importante diferenciar entre un hecho y una opinión.
Identify particularities that distinguish something.
You should differentiate your studies so that they are more effective.
Debes diferenciar tus estudios para que sean más efectivos.
Point out the characteristics that make something unique.
Learning to differentiate between types of wine is essential for a good taster.
Aprender a diferenciar los tipos de vino es esencial para un buen catador.

Etymology

From Latin 'differentiare', which means to make different.

Common Phrases and Expressions

differentiate the essential from the superficial
Recognize what is most important against what is not.
diferenciar lo esencial de lo superficial

Related Words

different
That is not the same.
diferente
distinguish
Identify as distinct.
distinguir

Slang Meanings

Differentiate oneself from the group.
She knows how to differentiate herself from the rest with her unique style.
Ella sabe diferenciarse del resto con su estilo único.
Set the trend.
That artist always manages to differentiate himself from his contemporaries.
Ese artista siempre logra diferenciarse de sus contemporáneos.