English Dictionary

make a difference

verb

(idiomatic, intransitive) To carry out an action, the result of which is a significant change, or an altered circumstance. / (idiomatic, intransitive) To be of importance; to matter.

Volunteering can make a difference in someone's life.

意味（1）

(idiomatic, intransitive) To carry out an action, the result of which is a significant change, or an altered circumstance.

I was hoping that, by volunteering at this refuge, I could make a difference, however small.

意味（2）

(idiomatic, intransitive) To be of importance; to matter.

I don't think it makes a difference whether you come tonight or not.