ironically

皮肉にも

物事が予想とは逆の結果になったことを示す表現。

やさしい英語で： 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.

類義語： paradoxically

よく使う表現： ironically enough, rather ironically, somewhat ironically

皮肉に、皮肉を込めて

意外な食い違いを示したり、本心と逆のことを言ったりして。

やさしい英語で： 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.

よく使う表現： smile ironically, say something ironically, remark ironically