No. 3,498 in Dutch
ongeacht
"Regardless"
In a sentence
Ongeacht de moeilijke omstandigheden bleef zij optimistisch.
Regardless of the challenging circumstances, she remained optimistic.
Used as a conjunction to indicate that the main clause applies irrespective of external conditions.
Ongeacht de leeftijd kunnen mensen nieuwe vaardigheden leren.
Regardless of age, people can learn new skills.
Used to emphasize that the concept applies widely and without consideration to specific criteria.
Hij voltooide het project ongeacht de vele uitdagingen.
He completed the project regardless of the many challenges.
Used here to state that the action was accomplished despite the presence of obstacles.
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