French word

néanmoins

Pronunciation

IPA/neɑ̃mwɛ̃/

Meaning

  • adverbnevertheless

Example

Il a peu d'expérience, néanmoins il réussit bien.

He has little experience; nevertheless, he does well.

Illustration for néanmoins (nevertheless)

More examples

Le projet est difficile; néanmoins il est possible.

The project is difficult; nevertheless, it is possible.

Core concept

An accepted obstacle does not cancel the result that follows.

Common phrases

  • est néanmoins possible

    is nevertheless possible

  • reste néanmoins important

    nevertheless remains important

Similar words

pourtant: Shows that reality is contrary to what was previously stated or expected.
quand même: Emphasizes that an action or state continues despite opposition or obstacles.

Definition in French

Signifie « malgré cela » pour marquer qu'une proposition demeure valable malgré ce qui précède.

Word origin

Néanmoins is inherited from Old French neantmoins, whose elements are neant, 'nothing', and moins, 'less'.

Usage tips

  • Néanmoins has a formal written register, while pourtant and quand même are often more conversational alternatives.

Other meanings

  • nonethelessadverb
  • howeveradverb

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