No. 424 in Estonian
hoolimata
"Despite" or "regardless of."
In a sentence
Hoolimata vihmast läksime matkama.
Despite the rain, we went hiking.
Here, 'hoolimata' introduces a concession, emphasizing that the rain did not deter the activity.
Ta saavutas edu hoolimata raskustest.
He achieved success despite the difficulties.
'Hoolimata' is used to highlight that success was obtained even in the face of hardships.
Hoolimata nende vastuväidetest tehti otsus ära.
Despite their objections, the decision was made.
'Hoolimata' indicates that the objections did not prevent the decision-making process.
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