What it means
それでも means “even so” or “nevertheless.” It connects a situation with a result that is unexpected in light of that situation. It commonly appears at the beginning of a sentence or clause and shows that the following statement remains true despite the previous information.
Usage note
それでも usually connects two complete clauses or sentences. It is stronger than a simple contrast marker because it emphasizes that the second situation continues despite an obstacle or unfavorable condition.
How to use it
雨が降っていました。それでも、試合は続きました。
It was raining. Even so, the game continued.
雨が降っていた。それでも、試合は続いた。
It was raining. Even so, the game continued.
Example sentences
駅まで遠かった。それでも、父は歩いて荷物を運んだ。
The station was far away. Even so, my father walked and carried the luggage.
雨が強く降っていた。それでも、子どもたちは公園で試合を続けた。
It was raining heavily. Even so, the children continued the game in the park.
薬を飲