比較N1

〜にひきかえ、〜にひきかえて

in contrast to... / as opposed to... / whereas...

Structure

N + にひきかえ(て)

Explanation

N + にひきかえ: in sharp contrast to the noun.

Examples

姉にひきかえ、妹はおっとりしている。

In contrast to her sister, the younger girl is gentle.

前回にひきかえて、今回は大成功だった。

Unlike last time, this time was a great success.

Note

Similar to に反して/と(は)打って変わって, emphasizing contrast.

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