milläKuitenkin

milläKuitenkin is a Finnish word that can be translated into English in several ways, depending on the context. It often conveys a sense of contrast or unexpectedness. Common translations include "however," "nevertheless," "yet," "but," or "still." It is used to introduce a statement that opposes or qualifies a preceding one.

For example, in the sentence "Hän sanoi tulevansa, milläKuitenkin hän ei ilmestynyt paikalle" (He said he would come, however he did not show up), "milläKuitenkin" serves to highlight the contradiction between his stated intention and his actual action. The phrase can also be used to emphasize a continued state despite a preceding circumstance. Consider "Sää oli huono, milläKuitenkin päätimme lähteä retkelle" (The weather was bad, yet we decided to go on a trip). Here, it signifies perseverance in the face of adverse conditions.

The usage of "milläKuitenkin" is quite common in spoken and written Finnish. It is a versatile connector that allows for nuanced expression of contrasting ideas or continued actions. Understanding its various translations is key to comprehending the subtle shifts in meaning it can introduce into a sentence. It functions similarly to conjunctions in English that signal a shift in the narrative or argument.