against the grain

controcorrente

In modo diverso da ciò che la gente fa o si aspetta di solito.

In inglese semplice: In a way that differs from what people usually do or expect.

• Her choice went against the grain.
• He went against the grain by refusing to compete.
• Their unusual approach runs against the grain in this industry.

Sinonimi: against convention, against the tide

Espressioni comuni: go against the grain, swim against the grain

controvena

In direzione contraria alle fibre del legno, rischiando di rendere ruvida la superficie quando lo si lavora.

In inglese semplice: Across the direction of the lines in wood, often making its surface rough when you cut or smooth it.

• Do not plane against the grain.
• Cutting against the grain left the board rough.
• She accidentally sanded against the grain and scratched the wood.

Sinonimi: across the grain

Contrari: with the grain

Espressioni comuni: cut against the grain, plane against the grain, sand against the grain

controvoglia, contro la propria natura

In un modo che crea disagio perché va contro il proprio carattere o i propri desideri.

In inglese semplice: In a way that feels wrong or uncomfortable because it conflicts with your usual character or wishes.

• Lying goes against the grain with me.
• Asking for money went against the grain with her.
• It goes against the grain to praise work I dislike.

Come si usa: go against the grain with someone (Accepting help went against the grain with him.)

Sinonimi: against your nature, reluctantly

Espressioni comuni: go against the grain, against the grain emotionally

contropelo, controfibra

In direzione trasversale o contraria al verso naturale delle fibre o dei peli.

In inglese semplice: Across or opposite to the natural direction of fibers or hairs.

• Slice the beef against the grain.
• He shaved against the grain and irritated his skin.
• Cutting meat against the grain makes it easier to chew.

Contrari: with the grain

Espressioni comuni: slice against the grain, shave against the grain