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"Even though" is a conjunction which is often translated as "a pesar de que", and "however" is an adverb which is often translated as "sin embargo". Learn more about the difference between "even though" and "however" below.
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)A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences (e.g., The cat and the dog slept.).
1. (general)
a. a pesar de que
Even though the price of gas has decreased, many people still take the bus.A pesar de que está bajando el precio de la gasolina, mucha gente aún toma el autobús.
however(
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)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
a. sin embargo
I like listening to music; however, I don't like going to concerts.Me gusta escuchar música; sin embargo, no me gusta ir a conciertos.
b. no obstante
I love reading; however, I don't like non-fiction books.Me encanta leer; no obstante, no me gustan los libros factuales.
a. sin importar
However hard it is, I choose to forgive.Sin importar lo duro que sea, elijo perdonar.
A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences (e.g., The cat and the dog slept.).
