No. 2,238 in Dutch
onderscheid
Distinction or difference.
In a sentence
Het is belangrijk om onderscheid te maken tussen feiten en meningen.
It is important to make a distinction between facts and opinions.
The word 'onderscheid' is used here to mean 'distinction', highlighting the ability to differentiate one thing from another.
Zij heeft veel onderscheid gekregen voor haar werk.
She has received much recognition for her work.
In this sentence, 'onderscheid' means 'recognition' or 'honor', indicating that someone has been honored or celebrated for their actions or achievements.
Het onderscheid in kwaliteit tussen deze producten is duidelijk.
The difference in quality between these products is clear.
Here, 'onderscheid' refers to 'difference' emphasizing dissimilar characteristics or features between options.
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