No. 802 in Russian
наоборот
The Russian word "наоборот" means "the other way around," "on the contrary," or "vice versa."
In a sentence
Он думает, что я злюсь, но на самом деле, наоборот, я рада его видеть.
He thinks that I am angry, but actually, on the contrary, I am glad to see him.
Here, 'наоборот' is used to introduce an opposing idea or contrary statement, indicating contrast in emotions or perceptions.
Обычно я пью кофе, а сегодня захотелось чая, наоборот.
Usually, I drink coffee, but today I felt like having tea, instead.
In this usage, 'наоборот' serves to describe an inverse choice or reversal from the norm or usual behavior.
Вы сделали эту задачу совсем наоборот: обратите внимание на инструкции.
You have done this task completely the other way around: pay attention to the instructions.
Here, 'наоборот' is employed to point out a reversal or incorrect arrangement compared to the intended way.
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