cependant

cependant
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or another adverb (e.g., très, gentiment).
adverb
a. however
Les jeunes enfants peuvent se baigner dans la piscine. Cependant, leurs parents doivent les accompagner.Young children may swim in the pool. However, their parents must accompany them.
b. yet
Aline a beaucoup travaillé, cependant elle n'a pas été promue.Aline worked very hard, yet she wasn't promoted.
c. nevertheless
Ce devoir est bon. Cependant, il ne mérite pas un 20 sur 20.This assignment is good. Nevertheless, it doesn't deserve a 20 out of 20.
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