French Expression · Intermediate
n'empêche que
nevertheless / still / the fact remains that
Pronunciation: [nɑ̃.pɛʃ kə] (nah-PESH kuh)
Meaning
Used to introduce a contrasting or persistent point, often implying a slight insistence or a refusal to be swayed by a previous statement.
Example
Il pleut des cordes dehors, n'empêche que nous devons quand même aller faire les courses.
It's raining cats and dogs outside, but the fact remains that we still have to go grocery shopping.
Common mistakes & tips
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- Pay attention to context: this is a intermediate-level French expression.