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    Malgré (en. Despite)

    /mal.ɡʁe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    Indicates opposition or concession.
    He succeeded despite the obstacles.
    Il a réussi malgrè les obstacles.
    Expresses a contradiction between an action and circumstances.
    Despite the rain, we went out.
    Malgré la pluie, nous sommes sortis.
    Used to show that something does not change despite difficulties.
    She continues to work despite the fatigue.
    Elle continue à travailler malgrè la fatigue.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'malgré', composed of 'mal' and 'gré' (agreement).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in spite of oneself
    Unintentionally, involuntarily.
    malgré soi
    despite the world
    Despite the general opinion.
    malgré le monde

    Related Words

    grace
    Consent, approval.
    gré
    to oppose
    To stand against something.
    s'opposer

    Slang Meanings

    The irony of doing something against general opinion.
    He made a decision despite his friends' warnings.
    Il a pris une décision malgrè les mises en garde de ses amis.
    To face adverse circumstances.
    We will move forward despite everything!
    On va avancer malgrè tout !