ADVERB
hingegen/hɪnˈɡeːɡn̩/on the other hand; in contrast; however
hingegen is a German adverb that means on the other hand, in contrast, or however. It is pronounced /hɪnˈɡeːɡn̩/.
Definitions
1.used to introduce a contrast or difference with what was mentioned before(contrast)
a.to present an opposite or differing statement
Peter liebt Katzen. Karl hingegen mag Hunde lieber.—Peter loves cats. Karl, on the other hand, prefers dogs.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "hingegen" mean in English?
- "hingegen" means on the other hand, in contrast, or however. It is a German adverb.
- How do you pronounce "hingegen"?
- "hingegen" is pronounced /hɪnˈɡeːɡn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "hingegen"?
- "hingegen" is a adverb in German.
