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Vanessa García
What is the difference...
between these words?
- 1) HOWEVER
- 2) NEVERTHELESS
Thanks.
May 1, 2013 11:30 AM
Answers · 5
1
However is like 'sin embargo' in Spanish. Nevertheless is a bit like 'no obstante'. 'However' can also be 'en cualquier forma'
For example: This is a serious topic which deserves the utmost consideration. However, whether or not it will be treated as such is a different question.
Translation: Esto es un tema serio que merece la mayor consideración. Sin embargo, es un otro asunto si será tratado así o no.
Example 2: They did their best, but they failed nevertheless.
Translation: Hicieron lo mejor que pudieron, pero no obstante esto, han reprobado/fallido.
May 1, 2013
1
These are two linking words that introduce a restriction or mitigation
However: to deny it often suggests a possibility or a concession..
Nevertheless: a restriction on the thought or the fact mentioned above.
May 1, 2013
1
I think they have similar usage...however "however" is used to illustrate a difference, like in this same sentence I am writing!
Also, however is used more in daily speaking than nevertheless.
May 1, 2013
1
Similar usage as adverb or conjunction. The two are synonyms. However has several uses, however (grins) - for example 'but however it is used it is still good value ...' or 'however far we go we never arrive' However also means whatever way, to whatever extent
May 1, 2013
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