Diferentes (en. Different)

/di.feˈɾen.tes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is not equal to another or others.
Opinions on the topic are different.
Las opiniones sobre el tema son diferentes.
That presents variety or diversity.
There are different types of fruits in the market.
Existen diferentes tipos de frutas en el mercado.
That varies in its nature or qualities.
In our class, there are students of different nationalities.
En nuestra clase hay estudiantes de diferentes nacionalidades.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'differens', which means 'that which is different'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

think differently
To have an opinion or perspective that deviates from the common.
pensar diferente
different points of view
Varied opinions on the same topic.
diferentes puntos de vista

Related Words

difference
Distinction or inequality between two or more things.
diferencia
diversity
Variety and difference between elements.
diversidad

Slang Meanings

Different as a reference to something considered rare or unusual.
That idea seems quite different from what I've heard.
Esa idea me parece bastante diferente a lo que he escuchado.
Being different in the context of standing out or being unique.
That lifestyle is very different, but it's great.
Ese estilo de vida es muy diferente, pero es genial.