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"No obstante" is a conjunction which is often translated as "however", and "sin embargo" is a phrase which is also often translated as "however". Learn more about the difference between "no obstante" and "sin embargo" below.
no obstante(
noh
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tahn
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)A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences (e.g., The cat and the dog slept.).
a. however
Es un negocio arriesgado, no obstante, tengo que intentarlo.It's a risky business, however, I have to try.
b. nevertheless
Hay mucha gente fuera, no obstante, el restaurante es tranquilo.There are a lot of people outside, nevertheless the restaurant is quiet.
sin embargo(
seen
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bahr
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goh
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. however
Me encanta esa chaqueta. Sin embargo, cuesta $600 y no me la puedo permitir.I love that jacket. However, it costs $600 and I can't afford it.
b. nevertheless
El fontanero nunca llega a tiempo. Sin embargo, hace un buen trabajo.The plumber is never on time. Nevertheless, he does a good job.
