obwohl
although
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The German word "obwohl" is a conjunction that means "although" or "though". It is a single word (not a compound) used to introduce a subordinate clause expressing contrast or concession.
There are no root words to break down further here, as "obwohl" is a fixed conjunction rather than a compound word.
Similar words:
- "trotzdem" (nevertheless, still)
- "obgleich" (although)
- "wenngleich" (although)
Differences:
- "obwohl," "obgleich," and "wenngleich" are subordinating conjunctions and introduce clauses.
- "trotzdem" is an adverb, used to start or link independent clauses rather than subordinate ones.
Example:
- Obwohl es regnet, gehen wir spazieren. (Although it's raining, we are going for a walk.)
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Examples
Obwohl es regnet, gehe ich spazieren.conjunction
Although it's raining, I am going for a walk.
Wir gehen spazieren, obwohl es regnet.conjunction
We are going for a walk, although it is raining.
Er bleibt draußen, obwohl es kalt ist.conjunction
He stays outside, although it is cold.
Obwohl es regnet, gehen wir spazieren.conjunction
Although it is raining, we go for a walk.
Wir bleiben draußen, obwohl es kalt ist.conjunction
We are staying outside, although it is cold.
Obwohl es regnet, gehe ich wandern.conjunction
Although it's raining, I'm going hiking.
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