How to Say "the inverse" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “the inverse” is “inverso” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2formal
mathematical term
Examples
Hizo exactamente lo inverso de lo que le pedí.
He did exactly the opposite of what I asked him.
El inverso de dos es un medio.
The inverse of two is one half.
Lo inverso también es una posibilidad.
The reverse is also a possibility.
Using 'Lo'
When you want to say 'the opposite' as a general concept, use the neuter article 'lo' followed by 'inverso'.
Using 'el' instead of 'lo'
Mistake: “El inverso es cierto.”
Correction: Lo inverso es cierto.
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