zwar
Translation
admittedly, indeed, to be sure, namely
Examples
Er ist zwar klein, aber stark.
He is admittedly small, but strong.
Ich brauche Hilfe, und zwar sofort.
I need help, and specifically immediately.
Grammar Patterns
zwar ... aber ... admittedly ... but ... Er ist zwar reich, aber nicht glücklich.
und zwar ... namely / specifically ... Ich brauche das Geld, und zwar heute.
Similar Words
Synonyms: freilich, wohl; Antonyms: keineswegs
Etymology
From Middle High German 'zwāre' (truly, in truth). Related to 'wahr' (true).
Memory Tips
Think of 'zwar' as 'to be sure'. Usually sets up a 'but' (aber) coming later.