JLPT N2 Grammar Point: 〜にもかかわらず
This JLPT N2 grammar point explains how to use 〜にもかかわらず correctly, with formation rules and example sentences.
Pattern
- N + にもかかわらず
- Aい + にもかかわらず
- Aな + にもかかわらず
- V普通形 + にもかかわらず
Explanation
Indicates that something happened or was done despite a certain situation or condition.
Usage
Expresses unexpected or surprising outcomes. Often used with facts that would normally prevent the following action.
Formation
Attach to nouns, い-adjectives, な-adjectives (with である form), and verbs in plain form.
Examples
雨にもかかわらず、たくさんの人がイベントに参加した。
あめにもかかわらず、たくさんのひとがいべんとにさんかした。Despite the rain, many people attended the event.