異なる
itonaruadjective★Intermediate— different
general
To be different or distinct from something else
この二つの意見は異なる。
These two opinions are different.
彼の考え方は私たちと異なる。
His way of thinking is different from ours.
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This adjective is often used to describe differences in opinions, ideas, or characteristics.
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Usage in Comparisons
This adjective is often used with comparative structures to highlight differences between two things.
⚡Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
While '異なる' is more formal, '違う' is more commonly used in everyday speech.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the kanji '異' (different) and the verb ending 'なる' (to become), forming an adjective meaning 'to be different'.
📝Usage Notes
This adjective is commonly used in formal and informal contexts to describe differences between things, ideas, or people. It can be used to compare two or more items or concepts.
Word Breakdown
異
different
rootなる
to become
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