Meaning of the German Word "Gegen"

gegen
against

In opposition to.

Example Sentence

Wir spielten gegen die beste Mannschaft der Liga.

Other Meanings of This Word

Touching or hitting something for support.

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Used to show that two things are against each other in a competition or conflict.

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Definition: In opposition to.

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A2

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