on the contrary

• Formule utilisée pour introduire une affirmation qui contredit ou s'oppose à ce qui vient d'être dit, souvent en soulignant une correction ou un point de vue alternatif.

A formal phrase used to introduce a statement that contradicts or is opposite to what has just been said, often emphasizing a correction or alternative viewpoint.

1. Used to express oppositionB2formal

   Used to indicate that the opposite of what has just been said is true.

   au contraire

   • He is not lazy; on the contrary, he works very hard.
   • The weather wasn't bad; on the contrary, it was beautiful.
   • She didn't dislike the movie; on the contrary, she loved it.