German A2 · Grammar cheat code
A2.2 · L10 · trotzdem vs. obwohl
obwohl: verb-final. trotzdem: V2.
| Word | Position |
|---|---|
| obwohl (although — one clause) | verb to END |
| trotzdem (even so — new sentence) | verb at position 2 |
[object Object]
[object Object]
— Details —
obwohl = verb to end. trotzdem = verb stays second.
| Word | Type | Verb position |
|---|---|---|
| obwohl | subordinating conjunction | END of clause |
| trotzdem | connective adverb | position 2 |
[object Object]
[object Object]
[object Object]
[object Object]
Questions
- What is the rule for trotzdem vs. obwohl?
- obwohl: verb-final. trotzdem: V2.
- How do I use trotzdem vs. obwohl?
- obwohl joins two clauses into one. trotzdem starts a new sentence.
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