gleichwohl
nevertheless
Despite a stated or expected reason to the contrary; nonetheless or still.
EXAMPLE
Die Aufgabe war schwierig, gleichwohl konnte sie gelöst werden.
The task was difficult; nevertheless, it could be completed.
gleichwohl
nevertheless
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Meanings
Usage tips
Sentence structure
'Gleichwohl' (nevertheless) is a sentence adverb and can appear at the beginning of a main clause. The conjugated verb then comes directly in second position, before the subject.
EXAMPLE
Das Angebot war teuer; gleichwohl entschied sich die Firma dafür.
The offer was expensive; nevertheless, the company decided to accept it.
Gleichwohl blieb der Verein bei seiner Entscheidung.
Nevertheless, the association stood by its decision.
Position within the sentence
'Gleichwohl' (nevertheless) does not have to appear at the beginning of a sentence. It can also come after the conjugated verb within the sentence and then likewise refer to the previous statement.
EXAMPLE
Der Weg war weit. Die Gruppe ging gleichwohl zu Fuß.
The way was long. Nevertheless, the group went on foot.
Formal written language
'Gleichwohl' (nevertheless) is particularly typical of written and formal language, for example in reports, statements, or academic texts.
EXAMPLE
Die Ergebnisse sind vorläufig; gleichwohl liefern sie wichtige Hinweise.
The results are preliminary; nevertheless, they provide important indications.
In real life
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