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Romanian frequency list

No. 912 in Romanian

totuși

Still, however, nevertheless.

In a sentence

  • Am plecat la munte fără haină groasă; totuși, nu mi-a fost frig.

    I went to the mountains without a heavy coat; however, I was not cold.

    Here, 'totuși' works as a transition word to introduce a contrasting idea to the previous statement.

  • El a greșit tema, totuși a primit o notă bună.

    He made mistakes on the assignment, yet he received a good grade.

    In this sentence, 'totuși' emphasizes an outcome that is surprising given the preceding situation.

  • Am fost obosit toată ziua, dar, totuși, am terminat totul la timp.

    I was tired all day, but still, I finished everything on time.

    'Totuși' serves to underline determination or unexpected perseverance despite the preceding circumstances.

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