distinto
adjective
1. different, distinct + de
not the same
Common combinations
- un punto de vista distinto — a different point of view
- una versión distinta — a different version
- Este libro es distinto del otro.This book is different from the other one.
- Tenemos opiniones distintas.We have different opinions.
- Quiero probar algo distinto.I want to try something different.
2. special, unusual, original
different from what is usual
Common combinations
- un estilo distinto — a distinctive style
- una persona distinta — an unusual person
- Tiene un estilo distinto.He has a distinctive style.
- Ella es una mujer distinta.She is an unusual woman.
- Buscan un lugar distinto para cenar.They are looking for an unusual place to have dinner.
3. distinct, noticeable
clearly perceived
Common combinations
- un ruido distinto — a distinct noise
- un olor distinto — a distinct smell
- Se oyó un ruido distinto.A distinct noise was heard.
- Noté un cambio distinto en su voz.I noticed a distinct change in his voice.
- Había un olor distinto en la habitación.There was a distinct smell in the room.
Same root
distinguirdistincióndistintivo