distinguish
US /dɪˈstɪŋ.ɡwɪʃ/
UK /dɪˈstɪŋ.ɡwɪʃ/
1.
distinguir, diferenciar
recognize or treat (someone or something) as different
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It's important to distinguish between fact and opinion.
É importante distinguir entre fato e opinião.
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He could barely distinguish the figures in the dim light.
Ele mal conseguia distinguir as figuras na luz fraca.
2.
distinguir, perceber
manage to discern (something barely perceptible)
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I could just about distinguish a faint outline in the fog.
Eu mal conseguia distinguir um contorno fraco na neblina.
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Her voice was so soft, it was hard to distinguish her words.
A voz dela era tão suave que era difícil distinguir suas palavras.
3.
distinguir, tornar famoso
make (someone or something) famous or well known
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His bravery distinguished him from the rest of the soldiers.
Sua bravura o distinguiu dos demais soldados.
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Her exceptional talent distinguishes her in the art world.
Seu talento excepcional a distingue no mundo da arte.