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I know the difference between

🇬🇧 UK //aɪ nəʊ ðə ˈdɪfərəns bɪˈtwiːn// 🇺🇸 US //aɪ noʊ ðə ˈdɪfərəns bɪˈtwin//

Meaning of I know the difference between

I understand how two or more things are not the same.

In simple words: I understand how things are different from each other.

I know the difference between in a sentence

• I know the difference between dogs and cats.
• She claims she knows the difference between right and wrong.
• Do you know the difference between your and you're?
• I know the difference between a chef and a cook.
• It's important to know the difference between facts and opinions.

How to use I know the difference between

Use this phrase when explaining distinctions. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

know + the difference between + object + and + object

Memory hint

Think of a scale where you weigh differences - you 'know' which side is heavier.

Related words

Collocations with I know the difference between

• know the difference between
• understand the difference
• tell the difference
• recognize the difference
• see the difference

Synonyms for I know the difference between

• distinguish
• recognize
• differentiate
• comprehend
• see

Common mistakes with I know the difference between

• Omitting 'the difference' and just saying 'I know between'.
• Using 'between' inappropriately with more than two items.
• Confusing with 'I know the difference of' instead of 'between'.

Frequently asked questions about I know the difference between

What does I know the difference between mean?

I understand how things are different from each other.

What is the definition of I know the difference between?

I understand how two or more things are not the same.

How do you use I know the difference between in a sentence?

I know the difference between dogs and cats.

Can you give another example of I know the difference between?

She claims she knows the difference between right and wrong.

What are synonyms for I know the difference between?

Common alternatives include distinguish, recognize, differentiate, comprehend, see.

What words go with I know the difference between?

It commonly pairs with know the difference between, understand the difference, tell the difference, recognize the difference, see the difference.

What are common mistakes when using I know the difference between?

Omitting 'the difference' and just saying 'I know between'. Using 'between' inappropriately with more than two items. Confusing with 'I know the difference of' instead of 'between'.

How do you pronounce I know the difference between?

US: //aɪ noʊ ðə ˈdɪfərəns bɪˈtwin//, UK: //aɪ nəʊ ðə ˈdɪfərəns bɪˈtwiːn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I know the difference between?

Use this phrase when explaining distinctions. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.