noun
die Differenz, -en
difference
Der Abstand oder die Abweichung zwischen zwei Dingen, Zahlen oder Meinungen.
The German word "Differenz" is a noun meaning "difference".
- It comes from the Latin differentia, which denotes a distinction or gap between things.
- Root word: "Differenz" (no prefixes in this case).
Similar words:
- Unterschied – difference, distinction
- Abweichung – deviation, variance
- Differenzial – differential (more technical/mathematical)
Difference in usage:
- Differenz is often used in mathematical, technical, or formal contexts (e.g., the difference between numbers).
- Unterschied is more general and common for distinctions between ideas, objects, or situations.
- Abweichung emphasizes deviation from a norm or standard.
- Differenzial is specific to math/physics (calculus).
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Examples
Die Differenz zwischen den Zahlen ist groß.noun
The difference between the numbers is large.
Eine große Differenz ist erkennbar.noun
A large difference is noticeable.
Eine kleine Differenz kann viel bewirken.noun
A small difference can achieve a lot.
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