Usages of ao contrário de
Ao contrário de outros estagiários, eu tenho sorte porque a equipa é paciente comigo.
Unlike other interns, I am lucky because the team is patient with me.
Hoje vesti uma saia longa para o jantar, ao contrário do fim de semana passado em que fui de calças.
Today I wore a long skirt for dinner, unlike last weekend when I went in jeans.
Alguns amigos vivem com o salário mínimo; ao contrário deles, eu consigo guardar um pouco todos os meses.
Some friends live on the minimum wage; unlike them, I manage to save a bit every month.
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