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contrastar means to contrast / to compare — a common term in Academic & Exam Prep. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 31, 2025

🧠 Academic & Exam Prep

contrastar

verb • /[kon-tras-TAR]/

to contrast / to compare

Example:

Es útil contrastar diferentes perspectivas del tema.

It’s useful to contrast different perspectives on the topic.

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🧠 What does contrastar mean?

The Spanish verb 'contrastar' means 'to contrast' or 'to compare,' highlighting differences or similarities between things. It can also mean 'to verify' or 'to check' something against a reliable source. Think of it as holding two things up to the light to see how they measure up against each other.

📚 Extra examples

  • El artista contrastó la luz y la sombra en su pintura.
    The artist contrasted light and shadow in their painting.
  • Contraste los resultados de ambos experimentos para ver si hay alguna diferencia.
    Compare the results of both experiments to see if there's any difference.
  • Es importante contrastar la información que encuentras en línea con fuentes confiables.
    It's important to check the information you find online against reliable sources.
  • Sus estilos de vida contrastaban mucho: él era un artista bohemio, ella una ejecutiva ambiciosa.
    Their lifestyles contrasted greatly: he was a bohemian artist, she an ambitious executive.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to contrast / to compare' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'to contrast' or 'to compare' in Spanish is 'contrastar.'
How do you pronounce 'contrastar' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is approximately 'kohn-trah-STAHR,' with the stress on the last syllable.
How do you use 'contrastar' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'El rojo contrasta con el verde' (Red contrasts with green), 'Debes contrastar las diferentes opciones' (You should compare the different options).
What is the English translation of 'contrastar'?
'Contrastar' translates to 'to contrast,' 'to compare,' or 'to check/verify.'
Does 'contrastar' change for gender or number?
No, 'contrastar' conjugates regularly but doesn't change based on gender or number of the nouns it refers to. The conjugation changes depending on the subject performing the action (yo contrasto, tú contrastas, él/ella/usted contrasta, etc.).
Is 'contrastar' common in everyday Spanish?
While not as common as some basic verbs, 'contrastar' appears frequently in both written and spoken Spanish, especially in more formal or academic contexts.
Does 'contrastar' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'contrastar' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. Its meaning is quite straightforward.
Is 'contrastar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'contrastar' are consistent across both Spain and Latin America.
How do you conjugate 'contrastar' in Spanish?
Here's the present tense conjugation: Yo contrasto Tú contrastas Él/ella/usted contrasta Nosotros/as contrastamos Vosotros/as contrastáis Ellos/ellas/ustedes contrastan

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "contrastar"

Synonyms: comparar, diferenciar, cotejar, verificar
Opposites: igualar, asimilar

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'contrastar' comes from the Latin word 'contrastare,' which means 'to stand against' or 'to oppose.'

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