～に反して JLPT N2 Formal
〜ni hanshite
Contrary to, against, in spite of
Formal "contrary to (what was expected)" - the outcome defies the setup.
Formation
Noun + に反して
Explanation
The ～に反して grammar point is used to express that something is contrary to or against an expectation or belief. It can be translated as 'contrary to', 'against', or 'in spite of' in English. It is generally used with nouns.
Example sentences
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Contrary to the weather forecast, it is raining today.
Tenki yohou ni hanshite, kyou wa ame ga futte iru.
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We won the match against his prediction.
Kare no yosou ni hanshite, shiai ni katta.
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I married him against my parents' opinion.
Ryoushin no iken ni hanshite, kare to kekkon shita.
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This movie became a big hit contrary to the critics' ratings.
Kono eiga wa hihyouka no hyouka ni hanshite daihitto shita.