How to say to distinguish in Korean

Meaning

To distinguish means to see or know the difference between two or more things. You use it when things look, sound, or seem similar, but you can still tell them apart. In Korean, 구별하다 is often used for people, colors, voices, places, or objects.

Example sentences

1. 집에서 동생 신발을 구별해요.

   At home, I distinguish my younger sibling’s shoes from mine.

2. 학교에서 비슷한 글자를 구별해요.

   At school, I distinguish similar letters.

3. 밤에는 길 안내판을 잘 구별해야 해요.

   At night, you need to distinguish road signs well.

4. 여기서 친구 목소리를 구별해요.

   Here, I can distinguish my friend’s voice.