eso sí
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eso sí(
eh
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soh
see
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (however)
a. even if
La maquinilla eléctrica tiene un diseño revolucionario. Eso sí, cuesta la friolera de 45 dólares.The electric razor has a revolutionary design, even if it does cost a cool 45 dollars.
b. although
El hotel es muy acogedor. Eso sí, resulta caro.The hotel is very comfortable although I have to say it is expensive.
c. mind you
Te voy a prestar el dinero. Eso sí, necesito que me lo devuelvas cuanto antes.I'm lending you the money. Mind you, I need it back as soon as possible.
d. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Me pagaban mal, pero eso sí, disfrutaba mucho de mi trabajo allí.I was badly paid but at the same time, I really enjoyed working there.
Es una carrera con muchas salidas, pero eso sí, muy difícil.It's a course with plenty of career opportunities but it has to be said that it's a very difficult course.
2. (yes)
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
¿Puedo subir el perro al auto? - ¡Eso sí que no!Can I get the dog in the car? - No way!
No es un chico muy agraciado, lo sé, pero a ti te gusta, ¿no? - Eso sí.He's not a handsome boy, I know, but you like him, don't you? - Yes, you're right.
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