Side against Meaning in English
expression
ˈsaɪd/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
SYDE uh-GAYNST
sˈaɪd/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
SYDE uh-GENST
Definição
To support or take the position of the opposing side in a disagreement or conflict.
Uso & Nuances
This is a semi-formal phrasal expression, often used in group discussions or family disputes. You "side against" someone or something, usually when choosing between parties. Common mistake: "side with" means the opposite (to support).
Spanish: ponerse en contra de - apoyar en contra dePortuguese (BR): ficar contra - tomar partido contraPortuguese (PT): ficar contra - tomar partido contraChinese (Simplified): 站在反对的一边Chinese (Traditional): 站在反對的一邊Hindi: के खिलाफ पक्ष लेनाArabic: ينحاز ضدBengali: বিরুদ্ধ পক্ষ নেওয়া - বিরোধিতা করাRussian: встать на противоположную сторону - поддерживать другую сторонуJapanese: 反対側につく - ～に反対するVietnamese: đứng về phe đối lập - chống lạiKorean: 반대편에 서다 - ~를 반대하다Turkish: karşı tarafı tutmak - karşı çıkmakUrdu: مخالف فریق کا ساتھ دینا - مخالفت کرناIndonesian: memihak pihak lawan - berpihak melawan
Frases de Exemplo
I don't want to side against my friend in this argument.
basic
Teachers should not side against any student unfairly.
basic
She sided against her brother during the family meeting.
basic
I know it's tough, but please don't side against me just to make her feel better.
natural
The manager tried not to side against anyone, staying neutral in the dispute.
natural
Whenever my parents argue, my sister always sides against Dad.
natural