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pourtant — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • however adv Nevertheless; in spite of what was just said.
  • nevertheless adv In spite of what was just said; even so.
  • yet adv Up until now; so far — often used in questions and negative statements.

Senses

pourtant is used for these senses in English:

  • however (conjunctive) Nevertheless; yet, still; in spite of that.
  • nevertheless (conjunctive) In spite of what preceded; yet.
  • yet Nevertheless; however; but; despite that.

however — full definition

  1. adv Nevertheless; in spite of what was just said.
  2. adv No matter how; to whatever degree or extent.
  3. conj But; yet; although.

Related French words