diferentes
“diferentes” means “different” in Spanish (Describing multiple non-identical items).
different
Also: diverse, various
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Las tiendas venden productos diferentes.
A1The stores sell different products.
Tenemos opiniones muy diferentes sobre el clima.
A2We have very different opinions about the weather.
La cultura tiene tradiciones y costumbres diferentes.
B1The culture has different traditions and customs.
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Which Spanish noun should 'diferentes' describe in the blank? 'Los chefs prepararon __________ platos.'
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This word comes from the Latin word *differens*, which literally meant 'carrying apart' or 'being unlike.' This root gave rise to the English word 'different' as well.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'diferente' and 'diferentes'?
'Diferente' (without the 's') is used when describing one thing that is unlike another thing (singular). 'Diferentes' (with the 's') is used when describing two or more things that are unlike each other (plural). They have the same meaning, just different counts.
Is 'diferentes' used more commonly before or after the noun?
Almost always after the noun. Placing it before ('diferentes estilos') emphasizes the 'difference' itself, but placing it after ('estilos diferentes') is the standard, neutral way to use it.