néanmoins
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nevertheless, nonetheless, even so
/neɑ̃mwɛ̃/
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Despite what has just been said.
Examples
Elle a accepté, néanmoins avec quelques réserves.
She agreed, though with some reservations.
Il était fatigué ; néanmoins, il a continué.
He was tired; nevertheless, he carried on.
Le risque est faible ; il faut néanmoins rester prudent.
The risk is low; nevertheless, we must remain careful.
La route est longue, mais le voyage vaut néanmoins la peine.
The journey is long, but it is still worthwhile.
Cette solution coûte cher. Elle reste néanmoins la plus sûre.
This solution is expensive. It is nonetheless the safest.
Meanings
Examples
Il était fatigué ; néanmoins, il a continué.
He was tired; nevertheless, he carried on.
La route est longue, mais le voyage vaut néanmoins la peine.
The journey is long, but it is still worthwhile.
Cette solution coûte cher. Elle reste néanmoins la plus sûre.
This solution is expensive. It is nonetheless the safest.
Elle a accepté, néanmoins avec quelques réserves.
She agreed, though with some reservations.
Le risque est faible ; il faut néanmoins rester prudent.
The risk is low; nevertheless, we must remain careful.
FAQ
What does néanmoins mean?
It means “nevertheless” or “nonetheless”.
Does it introduce a contrast?
Yes, it says the next point holds despite the one before it.
It is common in careful speech and writing.
Can it come after the verb?
Yes, as in vaut néanmoins la peine.
How does it differ from mais?
Both mark contrast; néanmoins more strongly recalls the preceding obstacle.
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