Word Frequency (Worthäufigkeit) #5000
Word (Wort)

obgleich

Translation (Übersetzung) although, even though
Pronunciation (Aussprache) [ˈɔpɡlaɪ̯ç]
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Conjunctions
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Tags (Tags)
grammar conjunction formal subordinate-clause literary
Obgleich is a subordinating conjunction used to introduce a concessive clause. It is more formal and literary than 'obwohl' and less common in everyday speech. It requires the verb to be placed at the end of the subordinate clause.

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obgleich is a German Conjunctions

Learn obgleich meaning, translation, pronunciation, and usage examples. obgleich is classified as a Conjunction in German grammar.

obgleich Examples (Beispiele) in English

obgleich examples with English translations. See how to use obgleich in sentences. obgleich example sentences in English below.

Obgleich es spät war, arbeitete er weiter.
Although it was late, he continued working.
Formal writing
Sie blieb ruhig, obgleich sie Angst hatte.
She remained calm, even though she was afraid.
Narrative
Obgleich die Ergebnisse positiv sind, müssen wir vorsichtig bleiben.
Even though the results are positive, we must remain cautious.
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obgleich Word Family - obgleich Related Words - obgleich Family Members

obgleich Word Family (Wortfamilie)

obgleich word family includes related words, derivatives, and word forms. Learn obgleich family members with meanings, translations, and usage. Explore obgleich related words and expand your German vocabulary.

synonym (Synonym)
obwohl
Meaning: although
Example: Obwohl es regnet, gehen wir spazieren.
Conjunction
wenngleich
Meaning: although
Example: Wenngleich es schwierig ist, versuchen wir es.
Conjunction
antonym (Antonym)
weil
Meaning: because
Example: Wir bleiben zu Hause, weil es regnet.
Conjunction

obgleich Usage - obgleich Collocations - obgleich Idioms - obgleich Synonyms - obgleich Antonyms

obgleich Usage & Related Words (Verwendung & verwandte Wörter)

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obgleich Collocations (Kollokationen)

obgleich collocations are common word combinations that native speakers use. Learn obgleich word combinations and how to use obgleich with other words naturally.

obgleich er müde war
although he was tired
Medium frequency
obgleich es regnete
even though it was raining
Medium frequency
obgleich sie es wusste
although she knew it
Medium frequency
obgleich die Umstände schwierig sind
even though the circumstances are difficult
Low frequency
obgleich ich es versucht habe
although I tried it
Medium frequency

obgleich Idioms (Redewendungen)

obgleich idioms and expressions. Learn German idioms containing obgleich with meanings and explanations. Master obgleich expressions used in everyday German.

Obgleich dem so ist
Even though that is the case
A formal expression used to concede a point before making a counterargument.
Obgleich aller Widrigkeiten
Despite all adversities
Used to express perseverance in the face of challenges.

obgleich Synonyms (Synonyme)

obgleich synonyms - words with similar meanings. Find alternative words for obgleich and expand your German vocabulary. Learn obgleich similar words and their usage.

wenngleich
Meaning: although
High similarity
trotzdem
Meaning: nevertheless
Medium similarity
obschon
Meaning: although
High similarity
zwar
Meaning: indeed
Low similarity

obgleich Antonyms (Antonyme)

obgleich antonyms - opposite words. Learn words with opposite meanings to obgleich. Discover obgleich opposite words and expand your German vocabulary.

weil
Meaning: because
da
Meaning: since, as
falls
Meaning: in case

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obgleich Semantically Related Words (Semantisch verwandte Wörter)

obgleich semantically related words - words that are conceptually or thematically related to obgleich. Explore obgleich related vocabulary and discover words in the same semantic field. Learn obgleich contextually related words to expand your German vocabulary.

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