Meaning of のに in Japanese
Japanese word definition and usage
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のに
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Romajinoni
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Word Senses
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- Parts of speech
- particle
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- although; when; and yet; despite this; in spite of; even though; but even so; but even then; however; nevertheless; for all that; notwithstanding that
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- Parts of speech
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- while
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- Parts of speech
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- if only; I wish
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- Parts of speech
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- I tell you; you should do
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- Parts of speech
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- in order to
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Example Sentences
のに used in context
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It took me more than two hours to translate a few pages of English.
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You should have refused such an unfair proposal.
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占星学は科学的な根拠もないのに、とても人気があって、占星学は信じている人が多いようです。
Although astrology has no scientific basis, it's very popular and it seems that many people believe in it.
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二輪車が倒れずに走行するのには前輪が大きな役割を演じています。
The front wheel plays an important role in two-wheeled vehicles moving without falling over.
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Why is it you can write a letter in English this well, but can't speak in it?
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What a waste of your lawyer qualifications!
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