How to pronounce against

Say it like this: /əˈɡɛnst/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/əˈɡɛnst/

What does against mean?

prepIn a contrary direction to.

“It is hard work to swim against the current.”

In physical opposition to; in collision with.

“The rain pounds against the window.”

In physical contact with, so as to abut or be supported by.

“The ladder was leaning against the wall.”

conjBy the time that (something happened); before.

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