VocabJLPT N1
distinction
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. distinction
  2. 2. discrimination
This noun means the act of identifying or distinguishing between things, such as identifying a person, object, or signal. It is often used in technical, security, or scientific contexts where precise differentiation is required.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

It's hard to make out expressions in backlit photos.

Sentence 2

Is it really true you can identify the artist just by their style?

Sentence 3

Even when you're in a hurry, make sure you can identify hazard warnings.

Sentence 4

"Even in the same uniform, you can tell them apart by how they walk," the teacher said.

Sentence 5

If we can identify risk factors early, we can keep losses to a minimum.