discern — to recognize or identify something that is not obvious
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to recognize or identify something that is not obvious
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈsɜːrn/
Korean meaning: 식별하다, 분별하다, 구별하다
Korean pronunciation: 디**썬**
Example Sentences
- My mom can discern the difference between twins, but I still mix them up!
- Good wine experts can discern subtle flavors that taste like 'expensive water' to me.
- Teachers need to discern when students are genuinely confused or just pretending.
discern
VERB//dɪˈsɜːrn//
to recognize or identify something that is not obvious
to recognize or identify something that is not obvious
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Origin
From Latin 'discernere', composed of 'dis-' (apart) and 'cernere' (to separate or distinguish). The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 13th century to mean distinguishing or perceiving clearly.
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“My mom can discern the difference between twins, but I still mix them up!”
“Good wine experts can discern subtle flavors that taste like 'expensive water' to me.”
“Teachers need to discern when students are genuinely confused or just pretending.”
“It's hard to discern his true feelings when he always wears sunglasses indoors.”
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