In Contrast To / Toward: 〜に対して

Learn how 〜に対して marks contrast, a target, or an attitude directed toward someone or something.

Use 〜に対して for comparison and contrast.Recognize target meanings such as attitudes or responses toward someone.Read formal writing with clearer relational structure.

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Contrast Use

One important use of 〜に対して is to compare one thing with another. In this use, it often means 'in contrast to' or 'whereas.'

兄は数学が得意なのに対して、弟は国語が得意だ。

Whereas the older brother is good at math, the younger brother is good at language arts.

The phrase sets up a clear contrast.

都市部に対して、地方では人口が減っている。

In contrast to urban areas, the regional areas are losing population.

The comparison is formal and written in tone.

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