〜にひきかえ
Formation
Meaning
Used to express a contrast or comparison between two different situations, qualities, or states. Unlike 'ni taishite', this expression involves subjectivity and personal feeling.
Examples
姉が毎日勉強するのにひきかえ、弟はゲームばかりしている。
In contrast to my older sister who studies every day, my younger brother does nothing but play games.
昨年の業績が悪化したのにひきかえ、今年は過去最高の利益を出した。
In contrast to last year when business performance deteriorated, this year we generated the highest profit ever.
今年の冬が暖かいのにひきかえ、去年の冬は記録的な寒さだった。
In contrast to this winter being warm, last winter was record-breakingly cold.
兄の部屋が汚いのにひきかえ、弟の部屋はいつも整理整頓されている。
In contrast to my older brother's room being dirty, my younger brother's room is always organized.
姉が真面目なのにひきかえ、弟は全く勉強しようとしない。
In contrast to my older sister being serious, my younger brother doesn't try to study at all.
兄の性格が穏やかなのにひきかえ、弟はすぐに怒る。
In contrast to my older brother's mild personality, my younger brother gets angry easily.
前回の失敗にひきかえ、今回は見事な成功をおさめることができた。
In contrast to the previous failure, this time we were able to achieve a splendid success.
昨日までの大雨に引き換え、今日は素晴らしい秋晴れだ。
In contrast to the heavy rain up until yesterday, today is wonderfully clear autumn weather.