German word

unterschiedlich

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʊntɐˌʃiːtlɪç/

Meaning

  • adjectivevarious

Example

Auf dem Markt gibt es unterschiedliche Produkte.

There are various products at the market.

Illustration for unterschiedlich (various)

More examples

Die Ergebnisse sind unterschiedlich.

The results are different.

Core concept

A group of items with qualities or degrees that do not match.

Common phrases

  • unterschiedliche Größen

    various sizes

  • unterschiedliche Meinungen

    various opinions

Similar words

anders: Having qualities that differ from a standard or another thing.
verschieden: Existing as separate, clearly distinguishable items.
vielfältig: Offering many types, forms, or choices.

Definition in German

unterschiedlich bedeutet, dass Dinge in Art oder Grad voneinander abweichen und nicht gleich sind.

Word origin

Unterschiedlich is formed from Unterschied, "difference," with the adjective suffix -lich; Unterschied is related to unterscheiden, "to distinguish."

Usage tips

  • Unterschiedlich often describes variation within a group, whereas verschieden more often presents separate or distinct items.

Other meanings

  • differentadjective

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