ironically

ironicamente, paradossalmente

Si usa per sottolineare che qualcosa è successo in modo opposto a quanto ci si aspettava.

In inglese semplice: Used to point out that something happened in a way opposite to what you would expect.

• Ironically, the swimming teacher couldn't swim.
• The new road, ironically, made journeys slower.
• Ironically enough, her attempt to save money cost her more.

Sinonimi: paradoxically

Espressioni comuni: ironically enough, rather ironically, somewhat ironically

ironicamente

Mostrando un contrasto inatteso o dicendo il contrario di ciò che si intende davvero.

In inglese semplice: In a way that shows an unexpected contrast or says the opposite of what is really meant.

• She smiled ironically at his excuse.
• He ironically praised the train's speed after a long delay.
• 'Another perfect day,' she said ironically as rain soaked her coat.

Espressioni comuni: smile ironically, say something ironically, remark ironically