ainda assim

[aˈĩ.da aˈsĩ]

adverbial phrase

still; nevertheless; even so

1. Used to introduce a contrasting statement; despite what was just said, this is true

It was raining hard, but still, we decided to go out.

Estava chovendo muito, mas ainda assim, decidimos sair.

2. Used to express that something remains true or valid despite contrary circumstances

He failed the test; still, he remained optimistic.

Ele reprovou na prova; ainda assim, permaneceu otimista.

3. Nevertheless; however; all the same

The project was difficult, yet even so, the team completed it on time.

O projeto era difícil, mas ainda assim, a equipe o completou no prazo.

Synonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

ainda assim

Standard usage throughout Brazil

Portugal

ainda assim

Standard usage; may also use 'mesma assim' in some contexts

mesmo assim

apesar de tudo

nem por isso

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