English–Japanese
“exact opposite” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiseihantai
Example
彼の答えは私の答えと正反対です。kare no kota e wa watashi no kota e to sei han tai de su
His answer is the exact opposite of mine.
How to say “exact opposite” in Japanese
“Exact opposite” in Japanese is 正反対 (seihantai).
Presents a contrast so complete that the two sides occupy opposite ends of the same scale.
Example sentences with 正反対
その二人は性格が正反対です。so no futa ri wa sei kaku ga sei han tai de su
Those two people have completely opposite personalities.
Tips for using 正反対
- The phrase 正反対 (seihantai) is common in descriptions such as 正反対の性格 (seihantai no seikaku), where it highlights a complete contrast between people.