〜のにもかかわらず（のにもかかわらず）

JLPT N4　·　noun

Meaning: even though

Example sentences

• 約束したのにもかかわらず、彼は来なかった。 — Even though we had a promise, he didn't come.
• 忙しいのにもかかわらず、手伝ってくれた。 — Even though she was busy, she helped me out.

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