how to use "distinguish" correctly?

coolgmat

distinguish between X and Y
distinguish X from Y

What's the difference between the above 2? How can I know which one I should use in different situation? Thanks.

braveMBA

1、强调的是差异，X与Y之间的差别
2、强调的是以X为主的同Y的差异
强调的主体不同。

coolgmat

I see. Thanks a lot.