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8週1日目 それなのに…
Connecting words and organizing arguments
8週1日目

それなのに

接続:文。それなのに、文。
Yet, yet; results contrary to expectations
注意 / Note:それなのに expresses dissatisfaction or surprise; それでも emphasizes still doing; ところが introduces unexpected results.
比較 / Compare:Same song: それでも/ところが. These models are often mistakenly chosen for each other — carefully read the 接続 and nuances above and then decide.
よく出る形 / Common form:文。それなのに、文。Carries the EMOTION of discontent or disappointment — this is different from ところが (indicating surprise) and それでも (pressing will).
約束した。それなのに、彼は来なかった。
Promised, but they didn't come.
十分寝た。それなのに、まだ眠い。
I've had enough sleep, but I'm still sleepy.
何度も念を押しておいた。それなのに、また同じ間違いをした。
I have told you over and over again. Yet still making the same old mistake.

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