VocabJLPT N1
difference
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. difference
  2. 2. disparity
  3. 3. Difference (philosophy)
Refers to a difference or distinction between two or more things, often used in formal or academic writing. It highlights subtle or meaningful gaps between concepts, data, or situations rather than large, obvious contrasts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Did you think I hadn't noticed the difference?" he said, trying to provoke a reaction.

Sentence 2

Taking the shortcut made a difference in arrival time and I started to panic.

Sentence 3

When I measured in the kitchen, even the same "one cup" came out differently!

Sentence 4

Same room, but the air feels different between morning and night.

Sentence 5

The crowd at that café near the station is noticeably different depending on the time of day.