Apesar de
Example: Apesar de estar cansado, ele continuou trabalhando até tarde.
Definition
"Apesar de" is a Portuguese preposition used to indicate contrast or concession, similar to 'despite' or 'although' in English. It introduces a clause that expresses an obstacle or unexpected condition relative to the main action, as in 'Apesar de estar cansado, ele continuou trabalhando até tarde.'
Etymology
The phrase "apesar de" comes from Portuguese, combining 'a' (to) + 'pesar' (weight or burden), literally meaning 'in spite of' or 'despite.' It reflects the idea of carrying a burden or obstacle yet continuing regardless, which aligns with its use to express concession.
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