vastupidisesti

Vastupidisesti is an Estonian adverb that translates to "on the contrary," "in contrast," or "conversely" in English. It is used to introduce a statement that opposes or contradicts a previous statement or idea. The word is formed by combining "vastu" meaning "against" or "opposed to" and "pidi" which can indicate direction or manner.

When using vastupidisesti, speakers or writers are highlighting a difference or a reversal of expectation. For example, if someone states that it is a sunny day, one might respond with "Vastupidisesti, täna sajab vihma" meaning "On the contrary, it is raining today." This demonstrates a direct contradiction of the initial statement.

The adverb can also be used to introduce a contrasting point of view or a different perspective. It signifies that what follows is different from, or the opposite of, what was just mentioned. It helps to create a clear distinction and to emphasize the divergence between two ideas or situations. The placement of vastupidisesti within a sentence can vary, but it often appears at the beginning of the clause it modifies, setting up the contrast.