〜にもかかわらず
Formation
N2ConcessionFormal/StiffNewsAcademic
Variations
にも拘らず
Meaning
Used to express that something happens or is true despite a certain situation or condition. It often carries a nuance of surprise, dissatisfaction, or criticism.
Examples
雨が降っているにもかかわらず、試合は行われた。
The match was held in spite of the rain.
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