代わり（に） (kawari ni): Instead of or in return for

Instead of; in return for; on the other hand

Plain-form verb + 代わりに; noun + の + 代わりに; i-adjective + 代わりに; na-adjective + な + 代わりに.

Express substitution, an exchange, or a compensating contrast. In substitution, the following person or action takes the place of the first. With adjectives, it often balances an advantage against a disadvantage.

今日は車で行く代わりに、電車を使います。

Today I will take the train instead of driving.

砂糖の代わりに、少し蜂蜜を入れました。

I added a little honey instead of sugar.

兄が料理をする代わりに、私は皿を洗います。

My brother cooks, and in return I wash the dishes.

この部屋は狭い代わりに、家賃が安いです。

This room is small, but the rent is low.

部長の代わりに、私が会議に出ます。

I will attend the meeting in place of the manager.