/ˈkontɾa/
#278 of 5,000 Core 1000
Translation
against, versus
Word origin
From Latin contra ('against, opposite'). The same word gives English 'contrary' and 'counter'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- contra
- English cognates
- contrary, counter
Examples
liga .
We play against the best team in the league this Saturday.
.
He is completely against that decision and says it clearly.
abrigo .
The coat protects me against the cold of winter.
escalera garaje.
He leaned the ladder against the garage wall.
corriente cansa muchísimo.
Swimming against the current is extremely tiring.
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