Noun にひきかえ Noun は
~ni hikikae ~ wa
JLPT N1 Very formal, literary
Formation
Noun 1 + にひきかえ + Noun 2 + は
Represents 'in contrast to', 'as opposed to'.
When to use
Formal, literary "in contrast to" - a deliberate, pointed contrast; written register.
Explanation
The grammar point Noun にひきかえ Noun は is used in Japanese to express contrast or opposition between two nouns. It translates to 'as opposed to' or 'in contrast to' in English. The first noun represents what is being contrasted against and the second noun represents the main subject.
Example sentences
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In contrast to his kindness, she is emotionless.
Kare no shinsetsusa ni hikikae, kanojo wa mukanjou da.
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As opposed to summer, winter is cold with snow.
Natsu ni hikikae, fuyu wa yuki de samui.
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As opposed to Japanese stations, American stations are wide.
Nihon no eki ni hikikae, Amerika no eki wa hiroi.
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As opposed to the old days, modern times have advanced technology.
Mukashi ni hikikae, gendai wa tekunorojii ga shinpo shita.