SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION

obwohl/ɔpˈvoːl/although; even though

obwohl is a German subordinating conjunction that means although or even though. It is pronounced /ɔpˈvoːl/.

Definitions

1.introduces a subordinate clause expressing contrast or contradiction to the main clause(conjunction of concession)

a.even though; although

Obwohl es regnet, gehen wir spazieren.—Although it is raining, we are going for a walk.

b.even though, despite (with an unexpected result)

Er hat bestanden, obwohl er kaum gelernt hat.—He passed, even though he hardly studied.

Frequently asked questions

What does "obwohl" mean in English?
"obwohl" means although or even though. It is a German subordinating conjunction.
How do you pronounce "obwohl"?
"obwohl" is pronounced /ɔpˈvoːl/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "obwohl"?
"obwohl" is a subordinating conjunction in German.

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