der Kontrast
Translation
contrast
Examples
Der Kontrast zwischen Arm und Reich ist groß.
The contrast between rich and poor is great.
Erhöhen Sie den Kontrast des Bildes.
Increase the contrast of the picture.
Das steht in starkem Kontrast zu seiner Aussage.
That stands in stark contrast to his statement.
Grammar Patterns
the contrast ((between sth.)) the contrast between... The contrast between the two pictures is clear.
to be in contrast ((to sth.)) to be in contrast to... His actions are in contrast to his words.
Similar Words
Gegensatz (opposition), Unterschied (difference); Antonyms: Ähnlichkeit (similarity), Harmonie (harmony)
Etymology
From Latin 'contra' (against) + 'stare' (to stand). Cognate with the English word 'contrast'.
Memory Tips
Think of black and white photography, the ultimate visual 'Kontrast'.