Polish words / 2251–2500 / no. 2401

wbrew

/vbrɛf/preposition#2401 most common

against, contrary to

Usage noteTakes the dative: wbrew woli (against one's will), wbrew pozorom (contrary to appearances).

Examples

  • Wbrew pozorom to wcale nie jest trudne.
    Contrary to appearances, it's not difficult at all.
  • Zrobił to wbrew mojej radzie.
    He did it against my advice.

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