No. 920 in Danish
modsatte
The Danish word "modsatte" means "opposite" in English.
In a sentence
Den modsatte vej er blokeret.
The opposite road is blocked.
Here, 'modsatte' is used as an adjective to describe 'vej', meaning 'the opposite' or 'contrary' direction.
Vi har modsatte meninger om emnet.
We have opposite opinions on the subject.
In this context, 'modsatte' acts as an adjective modifying 'meninger', implying differing or contrary views.
Jeg vil løbe til den modsatte side af parken.
I will run to the opposite side of the park.
'Modsatte' describes 'side', referring to the side that is on the opposite of the current position.
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