French Word · Intermediate
Néanmoins
Nevertheless / However
Pronunciation: nay-an-MWAN
Meaning
In spite of that; despite what has just been said or acknowledged.
Example
Il a plu toute la journée ; néanmoins, nous avons passé un bon moment.
It rained all day; nevertheless, we had a good time.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice Néanmoins out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a intermediate-level French word.