Adjective · A2 · Spanish glossary
Diferente: different
diferente
Pronunciation: dee-feh-REHN-teh (stress the capital letters)
Diferente means “different” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: different
- How to say it: dee-feh-REHN-teh
- Forms: diferente, diferente, diferentes, diferentes
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “diferente” means and how to use it
Diferente means “different.” It uses “de” or “a” for comparison.
Forms of “diferente”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | diferente | diferentes |
| Feminine | diferente | diferentes |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- Mi casa es diferente a la tuya.My house is different from yours.
- Tenemos ideas diferentes.We have different ideas.
- Quiero algo diferente hoy.I want something different today.
Usage tip
Spanish says “diferente de” or “diferente a”: both are accepted. The noun is “la diferencia.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “different” in Spanish?
“different” in Spanish is “diferente.” It is pronounced dee-feh-REHN-teh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “diferente”?
Say dee-feh-REHN-teh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “diferente” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “diferente,” “diferente,” “diferentes,” and “diferentes.”
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