distante
/dees-TAHN-teh/
far away
A house that is far away (distante) across a long path.
📝 In Action
Vivimos en una zona distante de la ciudad.
A2We live in an area far away from the city.
Se escuchaba un sonido distante.
B1A distant sound could be heard.
💡 Grammar Points
One Ending for Everyone
This word ends in 'e,' which means it stays the same whether you are describing a masculine or feminine thing. You don't need to change it to an 'o' or an 'a'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Distante vs. Lejos
Use 'lejos' for everyday talk ('The store is far'). Use 'distante' when you want to sound a bit more descriptive or formal.
A person acting distant (distante) and emotionally cold toward another.
distante(adjective)
distant
?emotional coldness
aloof
?someone who acts superior or detached
,withdrawn
?someone who is quiet and stays to themselves
📝 In Action
Últimamente mi hermano está muy distante.
B1Lately, my brother is very distant.
Ella es amable, pero un poco distante con los desconocidos.
B2She is kind, but a bit aloof with strangers.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Don't use with 'ser' for temporary moods
Mistake: ""
Correction:
⭐ Usage Tips
Emotional Nuance
Calling someone 'distante' is a polite way of saying they aren't being very friendly right now without being overly rude.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: distante
Question 1 of 1
If your friend isn't answering your texts and seems cold when you meet, how would you describe them?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'distante' change if I'm talking about a girl?
No! It stays exactly the same. You can say 'el hombre distante' or 'la mujer distante'.
Can I use 'distante' for time, like 'a long time ago'?
Yes, you can use it for time, such as 'un pasado distante' (a distant past).