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"Sin importar" is a phrase which is often translated as "regardless of", and "a pesar de" is a phrase which is often translated as "in spite of". Learn more about the difference between "sin importar" and "a pesar de" below.
sin importar(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. regardless of
La educación debe estar al alcance de todos, sin importar la condición social.Education must be within everyone's reach, regardless of their social status.
b. no matter
Este juego se puede descargar en cualquier computadora, sin importar el tipo que sea.You can download this game to any computer, no matter what kind it is.
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a pesar de(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. in spite of
Llegué a tiempo a pesar del tráfico.I arrived on time in spite of the traffic.
b. despite
A pesar de sus esfuerzos, reprobó el examen.Despite his efforts, he failed the exam.
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