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obwohl: although — meaning and examples | JadoLearn

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obwohl

although

although or even though, introducing a contrast to the main clause

IPA/ɔpˈvoːl/

The main stress falls on the second syllable -wohl.

Meaning 1neutral · 88%

although or even though, introducing a contrast to the main clause

Obwohl es regnet, gehen wir spazieren.

Obwohl die Aufgabe schwer ist, macht sie weiter.

Er kam zur Besprechung, obwohl er wenig Zeit hatte.

The finite verb goes to the end of the obwohl-clause: obwohl er wenig Zeit hatte.

Obwohl introduces a contrast and sends the finite verb to the end of the subordinate clause.

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Obwohl introduces a concessive subordinate clause meaning although or even though. The finite verb goes to the end.