B1adverbformalacademiclanguage
US/ˌnev.ər.ðəˈles/
UK/ˌnev.ə.ðəˈles/
despite what has just been said
In context
The test was very hard. Nevertheless, most students passed.
It was raining heavily; nevertheless, the match went ahead.
The plan has some risks, but it is nevertheless worth trying.
Words that go with nevertheless
adverb + verb
- but neverthelessIt was expensive but nevertheless worth it.
- nevertheless decidedHe was tired but nevertheless decided to go.
- nevertheless continueThe workers nevertheless continued with the job.
adverb + adjective
- nevertheless importantIt is a small detail, but nevertheless important.
- nevertheless trueIt sounds strange, but it is nevertheless true.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Although it rained, nevertheless we went out.Correct: Although it rained, we went out.