General noun for a quantitative or qualitative difference between things. Also used as a suffix to indicate a difference in the preceding noun (e.g., 温度差 'temperature difference').
The team won by a one-point margin.
There is a big difference between their opinions.
In this region, the temperature difference between day and night is extreme.
Mathematical term for the result of subtraction.
If you subtract 7 from 10, the difference is 3.
The gap in skill between the two of them widened.
The score difference narrowed late in the game.
Prices vary depending on the region.
He worked hard and closed the gap in ability.
差異 is a more formal, written-style synonym of 差, often used in academic or technical contexts.
格差 specifically means a disparity in rank, quality, or social standing, while 差 is the neutral term for any kind of difference.
差 is the plain, everyday word for a difference or gap, while 差分 is a technical term for a computed or incremental difference, especially in computing and math.
差額 specifically means a monetary difference or balance, while 差 is a broader term used for any kind of difference or gap, not just money.
差 is the neutral, size-unspecified word for a difference, whereas 大差 specifically emphasizes that the gap is large.
差 is the plain, general word for 'difference', whereas 落差 emphasizes a stark drop or vivid gap between two things.
差 is used for a numerical or measurable difference, while 開き often expresses a more general or qualitative gap between things.
差 is a neutral term for a measurable difference or margin, whereas ギャップ carries a stronger sense of a qualitative or perceptual gap.
差 is a general word for a 'difference' between things, while 優劣 specifically means which one is superior or inferior.
差 is a neutral term for a quantitative difference or margin, while 隔たり implies an underlying sense of separation, often abstract or emotional.
誤差 specifically means a margin of error or inaccuracy in measurement, whereas 差 is the general word for any difference between values.
積 is the product of multiplication, while 差 is the result of subtraction; both are easily confused as they are learned together in school math vocabulary.
distinction; differentiation; non-social discrimination · discrimination against people; unfair treatment
difference; disparity; gap
between two people; face to face · hindrance; impediment · arrhythmic recitative section (noh) · two-player game (hanafuda, mahjong) · emphatic prefix · counter for traditional dance songs
gap; disparity; qualitative difference
deviation; deflection; variation
Standard kanji spelling; high-frequency in news and general use.
The kanji 差 is used for its meaning of 'difference' or 'disparity'. The reading さ is the native Japanese kun'yomi.
replacement; substitution · correcting; revision (printing)
crossing; intersection · crossing over (genetics)
diff; incremental difference · difference; subtraction; finite differences
look; gaze; expression in one's eyes
difference in grades; rank difference · difference in level; step; bump
insertion; putting in · sending to a prisoner; care package for inmate · supply of refreshments; care package for workers
difference; balance; margin
seizure; attachment; foreclosure
drop; head; fall distance · gap; difference; disparity
hindrance; impediment; obstacle
narrow margin; slim margin
shine; shine in; fall on · show; be visible; be tinged with · rise; flow in; come in · come over one; be felt; take hold · hold up; put up; raise · extend an arm straight ahead · insert; put in; stick in · wear at one's side; carry tucked in; carry under one's arm · get an inside grip; insert one's arm under an opponent's arm · pole a boat · pour; add liquid; serve drinks · apply; put on; color · light a fire; set alight; burn · shut; close; lock; fasten · stop midway; leave unfinished
prohibition; ban; suspension; injunction
pointing (with one's finger)
point difference; point spread
sender; mailer
insertion; plugging in · plug; outlet; power point · sharp pain; spasm; stitch
sex difference; sexual difference
hold out; extend; stretch out; reach out · thrust (a javelin) · offer (help, aid, etc.); extend (a helping hand)
wide variety; great diversity; multifarious
deduction; subtraction; net balance · ebb and flow; rise and fall