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masculine

ˈɡeːɡn̩zats

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Translation

the opposite, contrast

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Word origin

A compound of gegen ('against') and Satz (here 'a positioning'), literally 'a setting against'.

Origin
German compound
Root
gegen + Satz

Grammar

Gendermasculine
PluralGegensätzeirregular

Examples

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In contrast to him, I am always punctual.

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There is a big contrast between the two opinions.

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Such contrasts make life interesting.

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