hoewel — meaning in English
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English meaning
- albeit conjunction Even though; although.
- although conj Despite the fact that; used to introduce a contrast or concession.
- even though conjunction Used to introduce a fact that makes the main statement surprising; a stronger form of 'although'.
- though conj Despite the fact that; although.
- whereas conj In contrast to the fact that; while on the other hand.
- while noun A period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
Senses
hoewel is used for these senses in English:
- albeit Although, despite (it) being.
- although Though, even though, in spite of or despite the fact that: introducing a clause that expresses a concession.
- although But, except.
- even though Although; though; despite or in spite of the fact that.
- though Despite the fact that; although.
- whereas In contrast; whilst on the contrary; although.
- while Although.