彼は会社に大きく貢献したにもかかわらず、冷遇された。
Despite his significant contributions, he was treated coldly by the company.
Japanese
にもかかわらず
にもかかわらず
Meaning: despite; although; nonetheless
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Example sentences
Despite it raining, he went out.
二人は初めて会ったにもかかわらず、趣味の話で情意投合した。
Even though it was their first time meeting, the two of them hit it off talking about their hobbies.
Usage Notes
Used to indicate that something happens contrary to expectations based on a previous fact.
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