大差
Meanings
1
great difference; wide margin
Used for a large gap in scores, numbers, ability, or degree. Often appears in comparative or competitive contexts.
Antonyms: 小差
He won the election by a wide margin.
There is a big difference in ability between the two teams.
Usage patterns
- 〈相手〉に大差で勝つto win by a large margin against 〈相手〉
The Japanese national team won by a large margin against their rival country.
- 大差をつけるto establish a wide lead or gap
He won the championship, establishing a wide lead over second place.
- 大差がつくfor a large gap to develop
A large gap opened up between the two teams once the second half started.
- 〈事〉に大差はないthere is no significant difference between 〈事〉
Whichever plan you choose, there won't be much difference in the outcome.