What is 'contra' called in English?

'contra' in English is called "Against". Against refers to: Expresando oposición, desacuerdo o resistencia a algo o alguien.

How do you pronounce 'Against' and 'contra'?

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English: "The decision went against their wishes." | Spanish: "La decisión fue contra sus deseos."

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English to Spanish Dictionary

contra

contra in English:against

Phonetic:kontra

Quick Answer • Resumen

El significado de against en español es contra. (Expresando oposición, desacuerdo o resistencia a algo o alguien.)

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contra
Expressing opposition, disagreement, or resistance to something or someone.
Expresando oposición, desacuerdo o resistencia a algo o alguien.
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contra
Indicating physical contact or proximity with something, often implying support or impact.
Indicando contacto físico o proximidad con algo, a menudo implicando apoyo o impacto.
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contra
Expressing that something is contrary to a rule, law, or principle.
Expresando que algo es contrario a una regla, ley o principio.

“The decision went against their wishes.”

La decisión fue contra sus deseos.

“She leaned against the door.”

Ella se apoyó contra la puerta.

“Smoking is against the law here.”

Fumar va contra la ley aquí.

Topic & Explore

In English:

versusopposed tocontrary to

In English:

for within favor of

against all oddsidiom

Despite very unfavorable circumstances.

against the clockidiom

In a great hurry, with a deadline approaching.

against the grainidiom

Contrary to one's natural disposition, inclination, or usual practice.