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識別
shikibetsu
Description
「識別」は、二つ以上のものを見て、その違いを分けて見分けることです。
"識別" means looking at two or more things and distinguishing their differences.
色や形、声などを正しく区別するときに使う、少しかたい言葉です。
It is a somewhat formal word used when correctly distinguishing colors, shapes, voices, etc.
Meanings
識別shikibetsu
identification; distinguishing one thing from another
この機械は指紋を識別できます。
This machine can recognize fingerprints.
識別するshikibetsu suru
to identify; to tell apart
色で二つのボタンを識別する。
Distinguish the two buttons by color.
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Notes
- Etymology
識 (knowledge/recognition) + 別 (to separate) = recognizing and separating.
- Nuance
More technical than 区別; often used for machines, sensors, and precise recognition.
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