〜のに
Formation
N4
Meaning
Used to express that the result was different from what was naturally expected. It often carries feelings of surprise, dissatisfaction, or regret by the speaker.
Examples
一生懸命勉強したのに、不合格でした。
Even though I studied hard, I failed.
薬を飲んだのに、風邪が治りません。
Despite taking medicine, my cold isn't getting better.
今日は日曜日なのに、仕事をしなければなりません。
Even though today is Sunday, I have to work.
昨日は休みだったのに、仕事に行きました。
Even though yesterday was a holiday, I went to work.
カメラが高かったのに、すぐ壊れました。
Even though the camera was expensive, it broke quickly.
彼は親切なのに、あまり人気がありません。
Despite him being kind, he is not very popular.
昨日は暇だったのに、どこにも行きませんでした。
Despite being free yesterday, I didn't go anywhere.
静かなのに、眠れません。
Even though it's quiet, I can't sleep.