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Grammar detail: かえって

かえって  on the contrary, all the more, rather
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on the contrary, all the more, rather
This expression is often used to signify something contrary to expectation. かえって may be used at the start of a statement that is referring back to something previously mentioned. In particular this is a common occurrence when in spoken or conversational exchanges.
かれ
ずかしがり
だから
です
I like him all the better for his shyness.
かれ
けってん
欠点
あるから

I love him all the more for his faults.
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