No. 35 in Greek
όμως
"Όμως" means "however" or "though."
In a sentence
Προσπάθησε πολύ, όμως δεν τα κατάφερε.
He tried hard, but he didn't succeed.
Here, 'όμως' is used as a conjunction to contrast the effort made with the unsuccessful result.
Είναι ακριβό, όμως αξίζει τα χρήματα.
It is expensive, but it is worth the money.
In this case, 'όμως' connects contrasting notions, where the value justifies the cost despite the expense.
Ευχαρίστως θα έρθω, όμως αργότερα.
I will gladly come, but later.
'Όμως' introduces a clarification or limitation to the expressed willingness to attend.
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