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contrast in Russian

contrast in Russian is контра́ст, контраст, противопоста́вить — contrast means a clear difference between two things when they are compared.

contrast in Russian

контра́ст
noun
Pronounced: kontrast
(countable) A difference in lightness, brightness or hue between two colours that makes them more or less distinguishable.
контраст
noun
Pronounced: kontrast
(countable) A difference in lightness, brightness or hue between two colours that makes them more or less distinguishable.
противопоста́вить
verb
Pronounced: protivopostavit
(transitive) To set in opposition in order to show the difference or differences between; to counterpoint.
противопоставля́ть
verb
Pronounced: protivopostavlyat
(transitive) To set in opposition in order to show the difference or differences between; to counterpoint.

What does "contrast" mean?

  1. noun A clear difference between two things when they are compared.
    "There's a striking contrast between the two brothers' personalities."
  2. verb To compare two things in order to highlight their differences.
    "The article contrasts life in the city with life in the countryside."

contrast in a sentence

  • There's a striking contrast between the two brothers' personalities.
  • The dark curtains created a nice contrast with the pale walls.
  • The article contrasts life in the city with life in the countryside.

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Common Russian translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "contrast" in Russian?

"contrast" in Russian is контра́ст, контраст, противопоста́вить. contrast means: A clear difference between two things when they are compared.

How do you pronounce контра́ст?

"contrast" in Russian is контра́ст, pronounced "kontrast".

How do you use "contrast" in a sentence?

Example: "There's a striking contrast between the two brothers' personalities." In Russian, "contrast" is контра́ст, контраст, противопоста́вить.

Are there other ways to say "contrast" in Russian?

Yes — Russian has 4 translations listed for "contrast": контра́ст, контраст, противопоста́вить, противопоставля́ть.

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