Contrary in Tagalog

“Contrary” in Tagalog is “Salungat” or “Kabaligtaran” – describing something that is opposite in nature, direction, or meaning to something else. This word is frequently used when expressing opposing views, opposite directions, or conflicting ideas in both formal and casual conversations.

[Words] = Contrary

[Definition]

• Contrary /ˈkɒn.trər.i/ or /kənˈtrer.i/
• Adjective 1: Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.
• Adjective 2: Perversely inclined to disagree or to do the opposite of what is expected or desired.
• Noun: The opposite or reverse of something.

[Synonyms] = Salungat, Kabaligtaran, Kabaliktaran, Suway, Taliwas, Kontra, Laban

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: Contrary to popular belief, bats are not blind and can see quite well.
• Ex1_PH: Salungat sa popular na paniniwala, ang mga paniki ay hindi bulag at makakakita nang maayos.
• Ex2_EN: The results were contrary to our expectations and surprised everyone.
• Ex2_PH: Ang mga resulta ay kabaligtaran ng aming inaasahan at nagulat ang lahat.
• Ex3_EN: His actions are contrary to the company’s policies and regulations.
• Ex3_PH: Ang kanyang mga kilos ay salungat sa mga patakaran at regulasyon ng kumpanya.
• Ex4_EN: On the contrary, I think the project was a great success.
• Ex4_PH: Sa kabaligtaran, sa tingin ko ay malaking tagumpay ang proyekto.
• Ex5_EN: The child has a contrary nature and always does the opposite of what she’s told.
• Ex5_PH: Ang bata ay may suway na ugali at laging gumagawa ng kabaligtaran ng sinasabi sa kanya.