Make a difference 是指會對現有的情況造成差別,跟以往不同。
A:I know you need some financial help. If I give you a raise, will it help?
我知道你需要一些經濟支援。若我給你加薪會有幫助嗎?
B:Well, it will certainly make a difference. 呃,這將會大有幫助。
Make a difference 也可以指對于現狀有所不滿,希望未來能使大環境產生變化。
A:What do you want to do with your job? 你這一生要做什么?
B:I want to be a nurse so that I can make a difference. 我要當護士讓自己力挽狂瀾。