French Expression · Advanced
En revanche
On the other hand / In contrast
Pronunciation: ahn ruh-VAHN-shuh
Meaning
Used to introduce a contrasting or opposing idea or point.
Example
J'aime la ville, en revanche, je déteste la foule.
I like the city, on the other hand, I hate crowds.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice En revanche out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a advanced-level French expression.