No. 447 in German
trotzdem
"Nevertheless" or "despite that."
In a sentence
Es regnete stark, trotzdem gingen wir spazieren.
It was raining heavily, nevertheless, we went for a walk.
In this sentence, 'trotzdem' is used as an adverb to introduce a statement contrary to the prior context, showing contrast.
Sie hatte viel zu tun, trotzdem nahm sie sich Zeit für uns.
She was very busy, yet she made time for us.
Here 'trotzdem' serves to emphasize a surprising or unforeseen action despite mentioned circumstances.
Trotzdem das Wetter schlecht war, fand das Konzert draußen statt.
Although the weather was bad, the concert took place outdoors.
In this case, 'trotzdem' introduces a concession clause, linking it to the following explanation.
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