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A2.2 · L10 · trotzdem vs. obwohl

obwohl = verb to end. trotzdem = verb stays second.

Which word — and where does the verb go?
obwohl (although — one clause)?→ verb to END
trotzdem (even so — new sentence)?→ verb at position 2
[object Object]
Although it's raining, I'm going out.
[object Object]
It's raining. Even so, I'm going out.
A2.2 · L10 · trotzdem vs. obwohl · Detail

obwohl = verb to end. trotzdem = verb stays second.

WordTypeVerb position
obwohlsubordinating conjunctionEND of clause
trotzdemconnective adverbposition 2
[object Object]
I'm going out although it's raining. (verb regnet at end)
[object Object]
It's raining. Even so, I'm going out. (verb gehe at position 2)
[object Object]
He's tired although he slept well.
[object Object]
He slept well. Even so, he's tired.

Questions

What is the rule for trotzdem vs. obwohl?
obwohl = verb to end. trotzdem = verb stays second.
How do I use trotzdem vs. obwohl?
obwohl joins two clauses into one. trotzdem starts a new sentence.
Which word — and where does the verb go?
obwohl (although — one clause)?: → verb to END; trotzdem (even so — new sentence)?: → verb at position 2
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