What is the Spanish word for "unlike"?

Learn how to say "unlike" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

unlike

Spanish

a diferencia de

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Alternative translations of "unlike"

distinto a
diferente a
contrario a
opuesto a

Examples of how to use "unlike" in Spanish

English
My sister is completely unlike me.
Spanish
Mi hermana es completamente diferente a mí.
English
Unlike Sarah, I prefer coffee in mornings.
Spanish
A diferencia de Sarah, yo prefiero el café por las mañanas.
English
This cat is shy, unlike the dog.
Spanish
Este gato es tímido, a diferencia del perro.
English
Unlike last year, we have many visitors.
Spanish
A diferencia del año pasado, tenemos muchos visitantes.
English
She smiled, unlike her brother who frowned.
Spanish
Ella sonrió, a diferencia de su hermano que frunció el ceño.

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