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Introduces a subordinate clause that states a counter-reason or an unexpected fact that contrasts with the main clause.
Obwohl er müde war, hat er den Film zu Ende geschaut.
Although he was tired, he watched the film to the end.
The word 'obwohl' (although) is made up of 'ob' and 'wohl'. This combination expresses a contrast or an unexpected counter-reason, in the sense of 'even if that is the case'.
Obwohl es regnete, machten wir einen Spaziergang.
Although it was raining, we went for a walk.
'Obwohl' (although) introduces a subordinate clause. This means the conjugated verb always comes at the end of the 'obwohl' clause.
Ich gehe zur Arbeit, obwohl ich mich nicht gut fühle.
I'm going to work although I don't feel well.
The 'obwohl' (although) clause can come before or after the main clause. If the subordinate clause comes first, the main clause begins directly with the verb.
Er kam zu spät, obwohl er früh losgefahren ist.
He arrived late although he left early.
but
„Aber“ connects equal-ranking statements and creates a contrast. „Obwohl“, on the other hand, introduces a subordinate clause with a counter-reason or an unexpected fact; that is why the verb comes at the end. In terms of meaning, both can express the same contrast.
Obwohl es regnet, gehen wir spazieren.
Although it is raining, we are going for a walk.
Es regnet, aber wir gehen spazieren.
It is raining, but we are going for a walk.
