How is the word Gegensatz translated from German to English

English translation
Contrast
noun

Ein deutlicher Unterschied zwischen zwei Dingen.

A clear difference between two things.

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  • Der Gegensatz zwischen ihnen ist auffällig. — The contrast between them is striking.

  • Der Aufsatz stellt Stadt- und Landleben gegenüber. — The essay contrasts city and country life.

  • Siehst du den Gegensatz auf diesen beiden Fotos? — Do you see the contrast in these two photos?

  • Stellen wir den alten Plan dem neuen gegenüber. — Let's contrast the old plan with the new one.

  • Scharfe Gegensätze im Stil machen das Album interessant. — Sharp contrasts in style make the album interesting.

  • Die Schüler sollen zwei Gedichte vergleichen und gegenüberstellen. — Students are asked to compare and contrast two poems.

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