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against
01
contra
in opposition to someone or something
información gramatical
Ejemplos
I decided to go against the advice of my friend.
Decidí ir en contra del consejo de mi amigo.
02
contra
used to indicate acting as a defense in the face of a negative force or outcome
Ejemplos
We vaccinated our children against the flu.
Vacunamos a nuestros hijos contra la gripe.
03
contra
used to indicate the relationship between a sum of money (loan, financing, guarantee) and the corresponding asset or security
Ejemplos
He borrowed $1,000 against his car as collateral.
Pidió prestados $1,000 usando su coche como garantía contra.
04
contra, junto a
in direct contact with or close proximity to
Ejemplos
The ladder leaned against the wall.
La escalera estaba apoyada contra la pared.
05
contra, en oposición a
in opposition to; in contrast with
Ejemplos
The bold design of the modern building stood against the traditional architecture of the surrounding structures.
El diseño audaz del edificio moderno se destacaba contra la arquitectura tradicional de las estructuras circundantes.
06
contra, a cambio de
used to indicate the exchange, substitution, trade, or compensation of one item, service, or benefit for another
Ejemplos
He traded his bicycle against a skateboard.
Cambió su bicicleta por un monopatín.
