Paradox
Counterintuitive Statement
noun, の adjective
It is reverse to the theory! What is going on? Things aren't right. There must be some kind of paradox going on, where all theories are reversed! D:
逆説 is a fairly formal word both for true paradoxes, and for statements that seem paradoxical but contain some deeper insight. You'll often see it in philosophy, literature, or thoughtful discussions.
This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.
逆説的
paradoxical, counterintuitive
逆説がある
there is a paradox
逆説が存在する
a paradox exists
逆説が成り立つ
a paradox arises, a paradox emerges
逆説が成立する
a paradox arises, a paradox emerges
一つの逆説
one paradox
一種の逆説
a kind of paradox
ある種の逆説
a certain kind of paradox
あの議員は、逆説の論理をよく使います。
That legislator often uses paradoxical logic.
「寝たいのにスマホを見る」って、逆説めいてるよね。
Wanting to sleep but still looking at your phone — feels kind of paradoxical, doesn't it?
このマンガは、不死の存在となった者同士の戦いを通じて命について考える、逆説的な物語です。
This manga is a paradoxical story that makes us think about life through the battles between those who have become immortal.
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