distinta
“distinta” means “different” in Spanish (not the same).
different, distinct
Also: separate
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Mi nueva jefa tiene una personalidad muy distinta.
A2My new boss has a very different personality.
Esa es una historia completamente distinta a la que me contaste ayer.
B1That is a completely different story from the one you told me yesterday.
La cultura del norte es distinta de la del sur.
B2The culture of the north is distinct from that of the south.
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Quick Quiz: distinta
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Which sentence correctly uses the word 'distinta'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word *distinctus*, which meant 'separated' or 'marked off.'
First recorded: Around the 13th century in Spanish.
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'distinta' and 'distinto'?
'Distinta' is the feminine form, used when describing feminine nouns (like 'mesa' or 'ciudad'). 'Distinto' is the masculine form, used for masculine nouns (like 'libro' or 'color'). They mean the exact same thing: different.
Is 'distinta' stronger than 'diferente'?
Generally, no. They are often interchangeable. However, 'distinta' can sometimes imply a more noticeable or marked separation, similar to the difference between 'different' and 'distinct' in English.