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être différent de

/ɛtʁ difeʁɑ̃ də/
phrase★Intermediate— to be different from
general

To have distinguishing characteristics or qualities that set someone or something apart from another.

Cette marque est différente de ses concurrents.

This brand is different from its competitors.

Son opinion est différente de la mienne.

His opinion is different from mine.

💡

This phrase is commonly used to compare two things or people, highlighting their distinctions.

Collocations

être différent de quelqu'unto be different from someoneêtre différent de la normeto be different from the norm

Synonyms

se distinguer dene pas être pareil àne pas ressembler à

Antonyms

être pareil àressembler àêtre similaire à

Related Phrases

être pareil àphrase
to be similar to
se distinguer dephrase
to stand out from

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

This phrase is frequently used in comparisons to highlight differences between people, objects, or ideas.

⚡Gold Rule

Preposition Choice

Always use 'de' after 'différent' when comparing two things or people.

📖Word Origin

The phrase is formed from the verb 'être' (to be) and the adjective 'différent' (different), combined with the preposition 'de' (from).

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is often used to emphasize contrasts or unique qualities.

Word Breakdown

être
to be
verb
+
différent
different
adjective
+
de
from
preposition
Dictionnaire Français-Anglais

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