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"However" is an adverb which is often translated as "sin embargo", and "due to" is a phrase which is often translated as "debido a". Learn more about the difference between "however" and "due to" below.
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).
adverb
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.
b. por
However cold it is, I'm going to go running.Por mucho frío que haga, voy a salir a correr.
a. cómo
However did you get there?¿Cómo llegaste ahí?
A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences (e.g., The cat and the dog slept.).
conjunction
4. (as)
a. como
Do your hair however you like.Péinate como tú quieras.
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due to(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. debido a
The flight was canceled due to bad weather.Se canceló el vuelo debido al mal tiempo.
b. por
He can't drive due to his age.No puede conducir por su edad.
a. previsto para
The building work is due to start next month.Las obras están previstas para empezar el mes que viene.
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