English to Xhosa Meaning of against - phezu

Against :

phezu

preposition

phezu, Ukuqobisana, nge, ephambene, ngokuchasene, zimnike, ukuba, ngenxa yokuba, emalunga ne, i-akhawunti ye

Against :: ngokuchasene

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Definitions of against in English

Preposition(1) in opposition to.(2) in anticipation of and preparation for (a problem or difficulty).(3) in conceptual contrast to.(4) in or into physical contact with (something), typically so as to be supported by or collide with it.

Examples of against in English

(1) the odds were 5├ö├ç├┤1 against Pittsburgh(2) But the pub is appealing against the decision and is allowed to continue trading in the meantime.(3) With the cirrus they created a faint lattice of white against light blue.(4) The door was slammed hard against the wall, sending it rocking on its hinges.(5) He has already won 21 races and few would bet against that number increasing in the season to come.(6) Not only will they be unable to use parasols for protection against the sun, they will not be allowed to take in food or drink.(7) She banged her head lightly against the wall and heard the ringing noise of metal.(8) If the player does not wish to bet against the second card, a third card can be called for at the same price.(9) he hit his head against the door(10) Those who ignore the zone can be reported to trading standards officers who might take legal action against them.(11) he was silhouetted against the light of the stair window(12) This has to be weighed against the cost of redeeming early and the fees that often accompany taking out a new deal.(13) they won three matches as against our two(14) We will not tolerate abuse of staff who are simply trying to do their job and we will take legal action against residents who do this.(15) It is one of the various small ways in which the public can fight back against the people who are undermining their quality of life.(16) against medical advice

Related Phrases of against

(1) against all odds ::

ngapha kwengxaki zonke

(2) rise against ::

bamvukele

(3) against the law ::

echasene nomthetho

(4) go against ::

ukuya kulwa

(5) against the grain ::

ngokuchasene wokudla

(6) fight against ::

balwe

(7) turn against ::

guquko

(8) guard against ::

ukuluqaphela

(9) compete against ::

bakhuphisane ne

(10) come up against ::

unyuke ubafikele

Related Phrases of against

(1) against all odds ::

ngapha kwengxaki zonke

(2) rise against ::

bamvukele

(3) against the law ::

echasene nomthetho

(4) go against ::

ukuya kulwa

(5) against the grain ::

ngokuchasene wokudla

(6) fight against ::

balwe

(7) turn against ::

guquko

(8) guard against ::

ukuluqaphela

(9) compete against ::

bakhuphisane ne

(10) come up against ::

unyuke ubafikele

Synonyms

Preposition

1. opposed to ::

ngokungafani

2. in opposition to ::

ngokuchasene

3. disadvantageous to ::

disadvantageous ku

4. touching ::

ezichukumisayo

Antonyms

1. for ::

for

2. pro ::

pro

Different Forms

against

Word Example from TV Shows

- My lord. - Testifying AGAINST me wasn't a suggestion.

Game of Thrones Season 4, Episode 3

The Brotherhood Without Banners is rallying the commoners AGAINST us,

Game of Thrones Season 6, Episode 6

The Hindu gods AGAINST the entire Union Army?

The Big Bang Theory Season 1, Episode 5

AGAINST me and my children unless--

Breaking Bad Season 5, Episode 15

loyal families who supported us AGAINST Ramsay.

Game of Thrones Season 7, Episode 1

Examples of against from TV Shows

- My lord. - Testifying AGAINST me wasn't a suggestion.

Game of Thrones Season 4, Episode 3

The Brotherhood Without Banners is rallying the commoners AGAINST us,

Game of Thrones Season 6, Episode 6

The Hindu gods AGAINST the entire Union Army?

The Big Bang Theory Season 1, Episode 5

AGAINST me and my children unless--

Breaking Bad Season 5, Episode 15

loyal families who supported us AGAINST Ramsay.

Game of Thrones Season 7, Episode 1

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