Empero (en. However)

em-pe-ro

Meaning & Definition

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adverb

It is used to introduce an idea that contrasts with what has been mentioned previously.

I like the cinema; empero, I prefer to read.

Me gusta el cine; empero, prefiero leer.

Indicates an opposition or restriction in the previous statement.

It's a good plan; empero, it needs to be considered carefully.

Es un buen plan; empero, hay que considerarlo con cuidado.

Introduces an objection or nuance to an argument.

I wanted to go to the party; empero, I had work to do.

Quería ir a la fiesta; empero, tenía trabajo que hacer.

Derived from the Latin 'empero' which means 'however' or 'nevertheless.'

empero que

indicates condition or restriction.

empero que

without empero

indicates the absence of opposition or restriction.

sin empero

empero despite

introduces an objection to a situation.

empero a pesar de

although

conjunction that introduces an objection.

aunque

however

expression that indicates contrast.

sin embargo

nevertheless

phrase that denotes contradiction or opposition.

no obstante

It is a term rarely used in colloquial speech.

He said it as if it were an empero in the conversation.

Lo decía como si fuera un empero en la conversación.