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Tier 3: Advanced

A pesar de

Despite / In spite of

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Reasoning & Logic Institutionalized Expression Intermediate neutral
Pronunciation:

a pes-PAR deh

When to use:

Contrast with obstacle.

See It in Context

A pesar de la lluvia, el evento fue un éxito.

Despite the rain, the event was a success.

Overcoming obstacle
A pesar de sus errores, lo respeto.

In spite of his mistakes, I respect him.

Unconditional respect
A pesar de todo, seguimos siendo amigos.

Despite everything, we're still friends.

Enduring relationship