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VocabJLPT N1

distinction

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. distinction
2. discrimination

This noun/verb means to distinguish, identify, or differentiate between things. It is used when sorting or classifying objects, people, or information based on their characteristics. For example, you might use it when describing the ability to tell two similar things apart.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Our system will automatically determine your access permissions.

Sentence 2

First, we'll remove the noise from the audio before identifying the speakers.

Sentence 3

Hold on — can you tell if that email is a scam?

Sentence 4

How did you distinguish between normal and abnormal in that data?

Sentence 5

Ugh, I can't make out the steps in the dark!