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ながらも

V-ます形/連用形 + ながらもい-adjective (dictionary form) + ながらもNoun + ながらもNoun + である + ながらもAとの比較形 + ながらも

Meanings

  • But
  • Even while
  • Even though
  • Despite
  • Although

About this pattern

Explanation

ながらも is used to show a contrast between two ideas or situations: something is done or true, but in spite of that, another action or state occurs. It emphasizes a surprising or unexpected result given the first clause. It is often used to highlight perseverance, restraint, or an unexpected outcome despite a condition. The tone is more formal and literary than everyday speech. Typical contexts include describing people who act contrary to an expectation, or situations where two conditions coexist with a twist of reality.

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Example sentences

彼は忙しいながらも、私の相談を親身に聞いてくれた。

Even though he is busy, he listened to my advice with genuine care.

若いながらも、彼女はとても落ち着いていた。

Despite being young, she was very calm.

雨が降っているながらも、イベントは決行された。

Even though it was raining, the event went ahead.