〜にひきかえ
Formation
N1ComparisonFormal/StiffLiteratureAcademic
Variations
に引き換え
Meaning
Used to express a contrast or comparison between two different situations, qualities, or states. Unlike 'ni taishite', this expression involves subjectivity and personal feeling.
Examples
姉が毎日勉強するのにひきかえ、弟はゲームばかりしている。
In contrast to my older sister who studies every day, my younger brother does nothing but play games.
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