distinción
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la distinción(
dees
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teen
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syohn
)A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
1. (difference)
a. distinction
Es importante hacer una distinción entre los dos casos.It is important to make a distinction between the two cases.
2. (class)
a. elegance
Las revistas de moda destacaron la distinción del conjunto elegido por la actriz.The fashion magazines highlighted the elegance of the outfit which the actress chose to wear.
b. refinement
Los buenos modales de la reina son el mejor ejemplo de distinción.The queen's good manners are the best example of her refinement.
3. (award)
a. honor (United States)
Regionalism used in the United States
Los soldados que lucharon en la guerra recibieron una distinción del gobierno.The soldiers who fought in the war received an honor from the government.
b. honour (United Kingdom)
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom
El veterano llevaba en su uniforme varias distinciones.The veteran wore several honours on his uniform.
4. (privilege)
a. distinction
El gobernador concedió al arquitecto la distinción de inaugurar el nuevo edificio.The governor granted the architect the distinction of opening the new building.
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