A1Grammaraccusative case
wider
against, contrary to
In German
wider
ˈviːdɐ
English
against, contrary to
Español
contra, en contra de
Italiano
contro, contrario a
Common Phrases
Common Phrases- wider besseres Wissenagainst one's better judgment
- wider den Strichagainst the grain
- wider Willenagainst one's will
Example Sentences
Example Sentences- 1
Wider Erwarten kam er pünktlich.
Contrary to expectation, he arrived on time.
accusative - 2
Das ist wider die Natur.
That is against nature.
accusative - 3
Er handelte wider seinen Willen.
He acted against his will.
accusative
FAQ
How do you say "against, contrary to" in German?
"against, contrary to" in German is "wider" (ˈviːdɐ). Example: Wider Erwarten kam er pünktlich..
