How to Say ‘The difference’ in French
La différence
💬 Usage Tip: Used to compare or contrast.
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Word-by-Word Breakdown
La
[lah]
The difference
Describes what makes something distinct or separate.
Quelle est la différence entre un macchiato et un mocha ?
What is the difference between a macchiato and a mocha?
différence
[dee-fay-renhs]
difference
What distinguishes two or more things.
Je ne vois pas la différence.
I don't see the difference.
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