Grammar Rule in 30 Seconds
Always write 'nevertheless' as one single word; 'never-the-less' and 'never the less' are incorrect in modern English.
- Rule 1: 'Nevertheless' is always one word without hyphens or spaces. Example: 'It rained; nevertheless, we went.'
- Rule 2: Use it to show contrast, similar to 'however' but more formal. Example: 'He was tired; nevertheless, he finished.'
- Rule 3: It usually requires a semicolon before it and a comma after it. Example: '...late; nevertheless, ...'
Overview
but이나 and 같은 기초적인 접속사를 넘어, 자신의 생각을 더 정교하고 격식 있게 표현하고 싶어지죠. 이때 가장 자주 마주치게 되는 단어 중 하나가 바로 nevertheless입니다.nevertheless는 한국어로 번역하면 «그럼에도 불구하고», «그렇기는 하지만» 정도의 의미를 가진 접속부사(conjunctive adverb)입니다. 앞서 언급된 사실이나 상황이 뒤따르는 결과에 영향을 주지 않았거나, 혹은 예상과는 다른 결과가 나타났을 때 그 대조를 강조하기 위해 사용합니다. 예를 들어, 프로젝트에 많은 지연이 있었다; nevertheless(그럼에도 불구하고), 팀은 제시간에 결과물을 제출했다와 같은 문장에서 nevertheless는 지연이라는 부정적인 상황과 정시 제출이라는 긍정적인 성과 사이의 논리적 간극을 메워주는 역할을 합니다.never-the-less처럼 하이픈을 넣어 쓰거나 never the less처럼 세 단어로 띄어 써야 한다고 오해하곤 합니다.nevertheless로 써야 합니다. 과거 아주 오래된 문헌에서는 띄어 쓴 형태가 발견되기도 하지만, 오늘날의 표준 영어에서는 오직 한 단어 형태만 정답으로 인정됩니다. 이 작은 차이가 여러분의 영어가 얼마나 세련되고 정확한지를 결정짓는 첫걸음이 됩니다.nevertheless의 작동 원리를 이해하려면 먼저 한국어의 '양보'와 '대조' 표현을 떠올려 보세요. 우리는 보통 «~임에도 불구하고»라는 표현을 쓸 때, 앞의 상황을 인정하면서도 뒤의 상황이 더 중요하거나 의외라는 점을 강조합니다. 영어의 nevertheless도 정확히 이 기능을 수행합니다.nevertheless를 통해 그 장애물을 극복했거나 그와는 상관없는 결론이 도출되었음을 보여줍니다.- 한국어:
비가 많이 왔다. 하지만 우리는 소풍을 갔다.
- 영어 (기초):
It rained a lot, but we went on a picnic.
- 영어 (중급):
It rained a lot; nevertheless, we went on a picnic.
but은 단순히 두 사실을 나열하며 반전시키는 느낌이라면, nevertheless는 비가 왔다는 사실을 충분히 인지하고 인정했음에도 불구하고(concession), 그것을 이겨내고 소풍을 갔다는 강한 의지나 의외성을 내포합니다.nevertheless는 however와 자주 비교됩니다. 둘 다 대조를 나타내지만, nevertheless는 '역경이나 장애물을 극복함'이라는 뉘앙스가 훨씬 강합니다. 단순히 사실의 차이를 나타낼 때는 however가 자연스럽지만, 무언가 어려운 상황 속에서도 결과가 만들어졌음을 강조하고 싶을 때는 nevertheless가 훨씬 더 강력한 표현이 됩니다.nevertheless는 형태상으로는 매우 단순하지만, 문장 내에서의 위치와 그에 따른 문장 부호(punctuation) 사용법이 매우 중요합니다. 한국어에는 세미콜론(;)이나 콤마(,)의 사용 규칙이 영어만큼 엄격하지 않기 때문에, 한국인 학습자들이 가장 많이 실수하는 부분이기도 합니다.- 1세미콜론과 함께 두 문장을 연결할 때 (가장 권장되는 격식 있는 표현)
nevertheless 뒤에 콤마를 붙입니다.- 패턴:
[문장 1]; nevertheless, [문장 2]. - 예시:
The test was extremely difficult; nevertheless, she passed with a high score.
- 1새로운 문장을 시작할 때
- 패턴:
[문장 1]. Nevertheless, [문장 2]. - 예시:
The company's profits declined last year. Nevertheless, they decided to hire more staff.
- 1문장 중간에 삽입될 때 (부연 설명의 느낌)
- 패턴:
[주어], nevertheless, [동사...]. - 예시:
The evidence, nevertheless, points to a different conclusion.
- 1문장 끝에 위치할 때
- 패턴:
[문장], nevertheless. - 예시:
He knew it was risky; he took the chance, nevertheless.
; nevertheless, | 가장 표준적이고 격식 있음 |Nevertheless, | 강조하고 싶을 때 사용 |, nevertheless, | 문맥 중간에 강조를 삽입 |, nevertheless. | 구어체에서 가끔 사용 |nevertheless는 아무 때나 사용하는 단어가 아닙니다. 이 단어를 언제 써야 '영어 좀 잘하는 사람'처럼 보일 수 있을까요? 다음과 같은 상황에서 빛을 발합니다.- 격식 있는 글쓰기 및 학술적 상황 (Formal & Academic Writing):
but을 너무 자주 쓰면 문장이 가벼워 보일 수 있습니다. 이때 nevertheless를 사용하면 논리적이고 분석적인 인상을 줍니다. 예를 들어, «실험 결과가 예상과 달랐지만, 데이터는 유효하다»라고 할 때 nevertheless를 쓰면 논문의 수준이 올라갑니다.- 장애물 극복을 강조할 때 (Overcoming Obstacles):
The hiker was exhausted; nevertheless, he reached the summit. (등산객은 기진맥진했다; 그럼에도 불구하고 그는 정상에 도달했다.)*- 상대방의 의견을 인정하면서 반론을 제기할 때 (Concession in Debates):
I understand your point)한 뒤, 그럼에도 불구하고 우리의 계획을 밀고 나가야 할 때 유용합니다.Your proposal is expensive. Nevertheless, it is the most effective solution we have. (당신의 제안은 비용이 많이 듭니다. 그렇기는 하지만, 그것이 우리가 가진 가장 효과적인 해결책입니다.)*- 비즈니스 이메일 (Professional Emails):
- 1철자 오류:
never-the-less혹은never the less
nevertheless라고 한 번에 타이핑하는 습관을 들이세요.- 1문장 부호 오용 (Comma Splice):
- 잘못된 예:
The weather was bad, nevertheless we went out.(X) - 옳은 예:
The weather was bad; nevertheless, we went out.(O)
;) 사용을 어색해해서 쉼표만 찍고 nevertheless를 쓰곤 하는데, 이는 문법적으로 틀린 문장(comma splice)이 됩니다.- 1부적절한 상황에서의 사용 (Over-formality):
nevertheless를 쓰면 너무 딱딱하게 들릴 수 있습니다.- 친구 사이: «배고픈데 참자.» ->
I'm hungry, but I'll wait.(자연스러움) - 친구 사이:
I'm hungry; nevertheless, I shall wait.(너무 진지해서 어색함)
but이나 still, anyway를 쓰는 것이 훨씬 자연스럽습니다.nevertheless와 비슷한 의미를 지닌 다른 표현들과의 차이점을 명확히 알아두면 상황에 맞는 정확한 단어 선택이 가능해집니다.It's old but good. |The price is high. However, the quality is top-notch. |He failed twice; nevertheless, he tried again. |Nevertheless와 거의 동일 (양적인 느낌이 약간 강함) | The risks were great; nonetheless, they proceeded. |I know you're tired. Even so, you must finish this. |nevertheless는 '상황이나 사건'에 더 자주 쓰이고, nonetheless는 '정도나 양'과 관련된 맥락에서 조금 더 선호되는 경향이 있습니다. 하지만 중급 단계에서는 두 단어를 같은 의미로 이해하고 사용하셔도 무방합니다.nevertheless를 문장 맨 앞에 쓸 때 꼭 콤마를 찍어야 하나요?Nevertheless, the result was positive.처럼 말이죠.but 대신 nevertheless를 쓰면 항상 더 좋은 문장이 되나요?but이 훨씬 자연스럽습니다. nevertheless는 주로 보고서, 에세이, 공식적인 연설, 비즈니스 이메일 등에서 문장의 격을 높이고 싶을 때 선택하는 단어입니다.never-the-less라고 쓴 책을 본 적이 있는 것 같아요.nevertheless 한 단어를 꼭 기억하세요.anyway나 at any rate에 더 가깝습니다. nevertheless는 그보다 훨씬 무겁고 진지한 표현입니다. 단순히 화제를 돌리는 것이 아니라, 앞의 부정적인 상황을 '무릅쓰고' 무언가를 한다는 논리적 연결을 보여줍니다.nevertheless를 어떻게 써야 할지 감이 오시나요? 처음에는 세미콜론(;)과 콤마(,)의 조합이 어색할 수 있지만, 이 패턴을 익히고 나면 여러분의 영어 작문 실력은 한 단계 업그레이드될 것입니다. 카페에서 공부하다가 집중력이 떨어질 때, 스스로에게 이렇게 말해보세요.I am tired; nevertheless, I will study for 30 more minutes!(나는 피곤하다; 그럼에도 불구하고, 30분 더 공부하겠다!) 이렇게 실생활에서 문장을 만들어보는 것이 가장 빠른 학습법입니다. 쉽죠?
Spelling and Structure of 'Nevertheless'
| Type | Correct Form | Incorrect Form | Punctuation Pattern |
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Single Word
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nevertheless
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never-the-less
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No punctuation inside
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Single Word
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nevertheless
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never the less
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No spaces inside
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Transition
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; nevertheless,
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, nevertheless ,
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Semicolon before, comma after
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Sentence Starter
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Nevertheless,
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Nevertheless
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Capitalized with comma after
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Meanings
Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has just been said.
Concessive Transition
In spite of that; notwithstanding.
“The hike was dangerous; nevertheless, the group decided to continue.”
“I know you're busy; nevertheless, I must ask for your help.”
Sentence Modifier
Used at the end of a sentence to add a contrasting thought.
“It was a small mistake, but it was a mistake nevertheless.”
“The food was cold, but we enjoyed the evening nevertheless.”
Synonym for Nonetheless
Used interchangeably with 'nonetheless' to vary vocabulary.
“The price is high; nevertheless, the quality is worth it.”
“The results were inconclusive; nevertheless, they suggest a trend.”
Reference Table
| 단어 | 기능 | 격식 | 예시 |
|---|---|---|---|
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`nevertheless`
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대조를 나타내는 접속 부사
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격식적
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It was raining. Nevertheless, he went for a run.
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`nonetheless`
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대조를 나타내는 접속 부사
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격식적
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The task was difficult. Nonetheless, she completed it.
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`however`
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대조를 나타내는 접속 부사
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격식적/중립적
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He wanted to go. However, he was too busy.
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`but`
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대조를 나타내는 등위 접속사
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비격식적/중립적
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I was tired, but I finished the work.
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`still`
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어떤 것에도 불구하고 지속됨을 나타내는 부사
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비격식적/중립적
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He lost the first game, but he still won the match.
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`even so`
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대조를 나타내는 구
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중립적
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The instructions were unclear. Even so, I figured it out.
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격식 수준 스펙트럼
The quarterly results were disappointing; nevertheless, we shall maintain our current investment strategy. (Business strategy)
The results weren't great; nevertheless, we're going to keep investing. (Business strategy)
The results were bad, but we're still going to invest anyway. (Business strategy)
Results were trash, but we're still sending it. (Business strategy)
'Nevertheless'와 'But' 비교
'Nevertheless'를 써야 할까요?
한 단어로 쓰여졌나요?
대조나 놀라움을 나타내고 있나요?
'Nevertheless' 이해하기
~에도 불구하고
- 유의어 nonetheless, however
- 기능 Conjunctive Adverb
사용법
- 격식 High
- 반의어 Therefore
맞는 표현일까요, 틀린 표현일까요?
올바른 표현 👍
- • nevertheless
- • nonetheless
- • however
틀린 표현 👎
- • never-the-less
- • never the less
- • nonetheless-es
수준별 예문
I am sick. Nevertheless, I work.
I am sick. Nevertheless, I work.
It is cold. Nevertheless, I like it.
It is cold. Nevertheless, I like it.
The book is long. Nevertheless, it is good.
The book is long. Nevertheless, it is good.
He is small. Nevertheless, he is strong.
He is small. Nevertheless, he is strong.
The hotel was expensive. Nevertheless, we stayed there.
The hotel was expensive. Nevertheless, we stayed there.
She didn't study much. Nevertheless, she passed the exam.
She didn't study much. Nevertheless, she passed the exam.
I don't like coffee. Nevertheless, I drank it to stay awake.
I don't like coffee. Nevertheless, I drank it to stay awake.
The movie was scary. Nevertheless, I watched the whole thing.
The movie was scary. Nevertheless, I watched the whole thing.
The company is facing financial difficulties; nevertheless, it will not lay off any staff.
The company is facing financial difficulties; nevertheless, it will not lay off any staff.
The research was limited in scope; nevertheless, the findings are significant.
The research was limited in scope; nevertheless, the findings are significant.
I understand your concerns. Nevertheless, we must proceed with the plan.
I understand your concerns. Nevertheless, we must proceed with the plan.
He had many injuries; nevertheless, he managed to finish the marathon.
He had many injuries; nevertheless, he managed to finish the marathon.
The proposal was rejected by the board; nevertheless, the team remained optimistic about future revisions.
The proposal was rejected by the board; nevertheless, the team remained optimistic about future revisions.
There are several flaws in the logic; nevertheless, the overall argument remains persuasive.
There are several flaws in the logic; nevertheless, the overall argument remains persuasive.
The climate is harsh; nevertheless, many unique species have adapted to survive there.
The climate is harsh; nevertheless, many unique species have adapted to survive there.
Public opinion was against the law; nevertheless, the government decided to implement it.
Public opinion was against the law; nevertheless, the government decided to implement it.
The data set was somewhat skewed; nevertheless, the correlation between the variables was undeniable.
The data set was somewhat skewed; nevertheless, the correlation between the variables was undeniable.
His prose is often dense and difficult to parse; nevertheless, he is considered one of the greatest novelists of the century.
His prose is often dense and difficult to parse; nevertheless, he is considered one of the greatest novelists of the century.
The treaty was far from perfect; nevertheless, it provided a necessary framework for peace.
The treaty was far from perfect; nevertheless, it provided a necessary framework for peace.
The symptoms were mild; nevertheless, the doctor ordered a full battery of tests to rule out serious illness.
The symptoms were mild; nevertheless, the doctor ordered a full battery of tests to rule out serious illness.
The philosophical implications are profound; nevertheless, the practical application of the theory remains elusive.
The philosophical implications are profound; nevertheless, the practical application of the theory remains elusive.
The witness's testimony was riddled with contradictions; nevertheless, the prosecution relied on it heavily.
The witness's testimony was riddled with contradictions; nevertheless, the prosecution relied on it heavily.
The architectural style is arguably dated; nevertheless, the building possesses an undeniable historical charm.
The architectural style is arguably dated; nevertheless, the building possesses an undeniable historical charm.
The market is highly volatile; nevertheless, savvy investors can still find opportunities for growth.
The market is highly volatile; nevertheless, savvy investors can still find opportunities for growth.
혼동하기 쉬운
Learners think they have different meanings or that one is 'more' correct.
Learners use them interchangeably without realizing 'nevertheless' is more emphatic.
Learners try to use 'nevertheless' as a preposition.
자주 하는 실수
I am tired, never the less I study.
I am tired. Nevertheless, I study.
He is poor but never-the-less happy.
He is poor but nevertheless happy.
Never the less, it is good.
Nevertheless, it is good.
I like it nevertheless.
I like it, nevertheless.
The car is old, nevertheless it works.
The car is old; nevertheless, it works.
It was raining nevertheless we went.
It was raining; nevertheless, we went.
None the less, I agree.
Nonetheless, I agree.
The results were bad, nevertheless, we continued.
The results were bad; nevertheless, we continued.
He was never the less a good man.
He was nevertheless a good man.
Nevertheless the rain, we went out.
Despite the rain, we went out.
The theory is sound, nevertheless.
The theory is, nevertheless, sound.
문장 패턴
The ___ was ___; nevertheless, ___.
___ is ___. Nevertheless, ___.
It was a ___, but a ___ nevertheless.
Real World Usage
I haven't worked in retail before; nevertheless, my communication skills are excellent.
The sample size was small. Nevertheless, the results provide a basis for further study.
We missed the deadline; nevertheless, we will ensure the quality is not compromised.
The peace talks failed; nevertheless, both sides agreed to meet again next month.
The contract was signed; nevertheless, the clause remains subject to review.
I have $5 in my bank account. Nevertheless, I am buying this latte.
항상 한 단어로!
My spell checker will thank you.
너무 딱딱하게 들리지 않게 조심!
I was tired, but I still went.
'Nonetheless'로 바꿔보기
The task was difficult. Nonetheless, she completed it.
설득의 도구
The proposal had flaws. Nevertheless, it was approved.
Smart Tips
Replace every second 'but' with 'Nevertheless' at the start of a new sentence to sound more academic.
Always hit 'ignore' or 'fix'—it should always be one word.
Put 'nevertheless' at the very end of the sentence for a dramatic effect.
Just pick one and stick with it. They are twins!
발음
Stress Pattern
The primary stress is on the third syllable: nev-er-the-LESS.
The 'th' sound
The 'th' is voiced, like in 'the' or 'this'.
Rising-Falling
Nevertheless, (rising) ... we won (falling).
The rising intonation on 'nevertheless' signals that a contrast is coming.
암기하기
기억법
Never-the-less is a mess; Nevertheless is a success!
시각적 연상
Imagine a giant bridge made of a single solid stone labeled 'NEVERTHELESS'. If you try to cut it into three pieces (never-the-less), the bridge collapses and you can't cross the river of contrast.
Rhyme
Three words in one, the job is done. No hyphens needed, the rule is heeded.
Story
A student named Ned wanted to write a very fancy essay. He tried to use 'never the less' but his teacher said, 'Ned, that's too many words! Squish them together like a sandwich.' Ned squished them into 'nevertheless' and won the writing prize.
Word Web
챌린지
Write three sentences about a difficult goal you have. Use 'nevertheless' in each one to show how you will succeed despite the challenges.
문화 노트
In British and American universities, 'nevertheless' is highly preferred over 'but' at the start of sentences to maintain a formal tone.
Lawyers use 'nevertheless' to acknowledge a point made by the opposing side while immediately dismissing its impact on the case.
Using 'nevertheless' in a text message can often be perceived as sarcastic or overly dramatic because it is so formal.
From the Middle English phrase 'never the lesse'.
대화 시작하기
The weather is terrible today. Nevertheless, what are you going to do?
Learning English is very difficult. Nevertheless, why do you keep doing it?
Many people say social media is bad for us. Nevertheless, what is one good thing about it?
If you were very tired but had a big party to go to, would you go nevertheless?
일기 주제
자주 하는 실수
Test Yourself
The candidate lost the election. ___, she continued to be a voice for her community.
올바른 문장을 선택하세요:
Find and fix the mistake:
The book is long and difficult, but it is, never the less, a masterpiece.
Score: /3
연습 문제
8 exercisesThe team lost the game; ________, they played very well.
It was a difficult task. ________, she completed it on time.
Find and fix the mistake:
The car was old, never the less it was reliable.
It was raining, but we went to the park.
Match the following:
'Never-the-less' is the correct British English spelling.
A: We don't have enough money for the trip. B: I know; ________, I think we should go.
Sort the words:
Score: /8
Practice Bank
12 exercisesThe climb was exhausting. ___, the view from the top was worth it.
올바른 문장을 선택하세요:
The team played well. Never-the-less, they lost the game.
The evidence was mostly circumstantial; the jury, ___, returned a guilty verdict.
이 단어들을 배열하여 문장을 만드세요:
올바른 문장을 선택하세요:
The company is losing money. Never the less, it will not lay off any employees.
다음 문장을 영어로 번역하세요: The task seemed impossible, but they succeeded in the end.
단어와 올바른 설명을 짝지으세요:
이 단어들을 배열하여 일관성 있는 문장을 만드세요:
His methods were unorthodox. The results, ___, were surprisingly effective.
다음 문장을 격식 있게 영어로 어떻게 말할까요: 'The exam was hard, but I think I did well.'?
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In modern English, no. You might see it in books from the 1800s, but today it is considered a spelling error.
There is no difference in meaning. They are 100% interchangeable. 'Nevertheless' is slightly more common.
Yes! It is a very common way to start a sentence in formal writing. Just remember to put a comma after it.
Only if you are joining two full sentences into one. If you start a new sentence, you don't need a semicolon.
Usually, yes. In a text, 'but still' or 'anyway' sounds more natural.
Yes. For example: 'It was a difficult day, but we finished the work nevertheless.'
Technically, it is a 'conjunctive adverb.' It acts like a conjunction but follows the grammar rules of an adverb.
Think of it as three words that fell in love and became one: never + the + less.
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Sin embargo / No obstante
English 'nevertheless' is one word, while Spanish equivalents are usually two.
Néanmoins / Pourtant
The register of 'néanmoins' matches 'nevertheless' almost perfectly.
Nichtsdestoweniger / Trotzdem
German word order (V2) changes after 'trotzdem', but English word order stays the same after 'nevertheless'.
それにもかかわらず (Sore ni mo kakawarazu)
The Japanese version is a phrase with particles, whereas the English version is a single adverb.
ومع ذلك (Wa ma'a dhalik)
Arabic requires the conjunction 'wa' (and) at the start, which English does not.
尽管如此 (Jǐnguǎn rúcǐ)
Chinese often pairs this with a preceding 'although' (suīrán), while English 'nevertheless' usually stands alone.
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