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GrammarJLPT N2

even so

Conjunction

Definitions

1. even so

This conjunction means "and yet" or "even so," and it is used to express a contrast where the result is surprising or disappointing given what came before. It emphasizes that despite a certain condition, something unexpected or contradictory happened.

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

You said "I'll come if I can," and yet here you actually are?

Sentence 2

You had plenty of time, so why are you panicking now?

Sentence 3

She said she was busy, and yet she's posting vacation photos?

Sentence 4

The site followed all safety protocols — and yet a minor accident still occurred.

Sentence 5

You said you didn't like me, and yet you show up every single day?