der Unterschied
Translation
difference, distinction, disparity
Examples
Was ist der Unterschied zwischen den beiden?
What is the difference between the two?
Es gibt große Unterschiede im Preis.
There are big differences in price.
Der kleine Unterschied macht viel aus.
The small difference makes a big difference.
Grammar Patterns
the difference ((between sth.)) (the difference between sth.) What is the difference between an apple and a pear?
Similar Words
Differenz, Abweichung; Antonyms: Gemeinsamkeit, Ähnlichkeit
Etymology
From the verb 'unterscheiden' (to distinguish). Literally 'that which is distinguished'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'scheiden' (to separate) things that are 'unter' (among/between) each other, revealing the 'difference'.