Gleichwohl
Translation
nevertheless, however, nonetheless, yet
Examples
Es war kalt, gleichwohl ging er spazieren.
It was cold, nevertheless he went for a walk.
Die Aufgabe ist schwer, gleichwohl versuche ich es.
The task is difficult, yet I will try it.
Grammar Patterns
Clause 1, nevertheless + Clause 2 (inverted). Connects two main clauses. It was cold, gleichwohl he went out without a jacket.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nevertheless, nonetheless, however; Antonyms: therefore, for that reason
Etymology
Composed of `gleich` (same/equal) and `wohl` (well/indeed). It suggests that a contrasting point is 'equally valid', hence 'nevertheless'.
Memory Tips
It's a formal or literary word for `trotzdem` (nevertheless). Imagine two opposing facts having 'equal weight' (gleich wohl).