difere

Difere is a Portuguese verb form that expresses distinction or deviation. It is the third-person singular present indicative of the verb diferir, and it translates roughly as “he/she/it differs” or “differs.” The form is used in both European and Brazilian Portuguese to indicate that one thing is not the same as another.

Etymology: The verb diferir comes from Latin differre, a compound of dis- and ferre, and shares a common root with English differ and Spanish diferir. The sense of making a distinction or showing variation developed in the Romance language family.

Usage: Difere is used to state a difference between two items, opinions, measurements, or characteristics. The standard construction is difere de to indicate what something differs from; difere entre is used when comparing more than two items. Examples include: “O preço difere entre as lojas.” “O resultado difere do esperado.” “A resposta difere entre as amostras.” In formal contexts, the term helps describe empirical or theoretical contrasts.

Notes: Because Portuguese verbs vary by region, pronunciation and some usage patterns may differ slightly in Brazil and Portugal. The form difere is widely understood in both varieties and remains a common tool for expressing comparison and contrast.

See also: diferir, diferença, diferença entre, português.