B2–C1 · GFN · GFN002

Despite having + past participle phrase, shared subject + main predicate

A reusable frame from “Concession, cause and circumstance”. Compare how English and German express concession, cause and circumstance. Practise reusable constructions with Russian translations.

EN · EnglishDespite having + past participle phrase, shared subject + main predicate
DE · GermanObwohl + earlier same-subject clause, main clause

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  1. RU · Translation

    Хотя она тренировалась, перед выступлением она нервничала.

    EN · English

    Despite having  practised,  she  felt  nervous before the talk.

    DE · German

    Obwohl  sie  geübt  hatte,  war  sie vor dem Vortrag nervös.

  2. RU · Translation

    Хотя мы выехали рано, мы опоздали.

    EN · English

    Despite having  left early,  we  arrived late.

    DE · German

    Obwohl  wir früh  losgefahren  waren,  kamen  wir zu spät.

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