N2Grammar

にも(かか)わらず

Despite, In spite of, Regardless, Nevertheless

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Explanation

Examples

Even though I studied my hardest, I ended up failing the exam.

Despite being so serious, nobody believed me...

Regardless of age or gender, anyone is welcome to participate.

Despite the bad weather, a lot of people gathered for the event.

Even though I'm this tired, I still have work that needs to be done.

Despite his warning, we proceeded deep into the forest.

In spite of the high price, this brand's bags are extremely popular.

Even though the location is inconvenient, that restaurant is always full.

Despite being warned many times, he repeated the same mistake.

Even though he was past the promised time, he showed up without even apologizing.

Although this medicine is bitter, I have to take it to get better.

He did a terrible thing to me. Nevertheless, I still love him.

Related Grammar

Regardless of, Whether or, No matter, With or withoutAlthough, But, Even Though