Вопреки
Pronunciation
voh-pryeh-KEE
Translation
vopreki — despite, in spite of
Context & Examples
Вопреки ожиданиям, он пришёл вовремя.
Despite expectations, he arrived on time.
Вопреки всему, они продолжали работать.
In spite of everything, they kept working.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
This formal preposition is common in written Russian, especially in news, literature, and official statements, to emphasize an outcome contrary to what was expected or intended.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Вопреки" mean in Russian?
"Вопреки" translates to "vopreki — despite, in spite of" in English. It is pronounced as "voh-pryeh-KEE".
How do you pronounce "Вопреки"?
The pronunciation of "Вопреки" is: voh-pryeh-KEE
How to use "Вопреки" in a sentence?
Example: "Вопреки ожиданиям, он пришёл вовремя." which translates to "Despite expectations, he arrived on time.". Another example: "Вопреки всему, они продолжали работать." — "In spite of everything, they kept working.".
What is the cultural significance of "Вопреки" in Russia?
This formal preposition is common in written Russian, especially in news, literature, and official statements, to emphasize an outcome contrary to what was expected or intended.