English–German

“even though” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ɔpˈvoːl/

Example

Ich gehe spazieren, obwohl es regnet.

I'm going for a walk although it's raining.

Illustration for obwohl (even though)

How to say “even though” in German

“Even though” in German is obwohl.

A plan moves forward while an opposing fact remains true.

Full entry for obwohl: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with obwohl

Obwohl er müde war, arbeitete er weiter.

Even though he was tired, he continued working.

Tips for using obwohl

  • An obwohl-clause sends its finite verb to the end, as in obwohl es regnet.

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