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区别
qūbié
Description
这个词表示两个东西不一样的地方，也可以表示把不一样的东西分开。
This word indicates the differences between two things, and can also mean to separate things that are different.
我们常常说两个东西有什么区别，或者要区别对待不同的人。
We often say what the 区别 is between two things, or that we need to 区别 treat different people.
Meanings
区别qūbié
difference; distinction
这两个词有什么区别？
What is the difference between these two words?
区别qūbié
to distinguish; to tell apart
我很难区别这两种颜色。
I find it hard to tell these two colors apart.
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Notes
- Etymology
区 (divide, area) + 别 (separate, distinguish) — both characters mean to set apart.
- Nuance
区别 is difference or distinction; 差别 stresses gap or disparity in degree.
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