Después de todo
Example: Después de todo, siempre podemos intentarlo otra vez mañana.
Definition
"Después de todo" is a Spanish phrase used to express that despite previous doubts or difficulties, something remains true or possible. It often conveys the idea of reconsideration or final judgment, as in: "Después de todo, siempre podemos intentarlo otra vez mañana."
Etymology
The phrase "después de todo" literally translates to "after all" in English. It combines "después," meaning "after," and "todo," meaning "everything" or "all." This expression has been used in Spanish for centuries to indicate a conclusion or reconsideration, similar to its English counterpart.
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"Después de todo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (B1) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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