No. 687 in Czech
oproti
"Compared to" or "opposite to."
In a sentence
Oproti včerejšímu dni je dnes počasí mnohem příjemnější.
Compared to yesterday, the weather today is much more pleasant.
Here, 'oproti' is used in a comparative sense to express a difference between two situations: yesterday's and today's weather.
Oproti očekáváním, projekt nebyl dokončen včas.
Contrary to expectations, the project was not completed on time.
In this sentence, 'oproti' indicates a contrast to what was expected, showing a deviation from an anticipated outcome.
Osoby oproti vchodu se usadily ke stolu.
The people opposite the entrance sat down at the table.
Here, 'oproti' means 'opposite to' with a locational purpose, describing the physical position of the people relative to the entrance.
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