それにしても
それにしても
conjunction
even so; nevertheless; be that as it may
1.
even so; nevertheless; be that as it may
acknowledges a previous point while introducing a contrasting or surprising observation
それにしても暑いね。
Even so, it's hot, isn't it?
それにしても遅すぎる。
Be that as it may, this is too late.
忙しいのは分かるが、それにしても連絡くらいできるだろう。
I understand you're busy, but even so, you could at least get in touch.
安いとは聞いていたが、それにしてもこの値段は驚きだ。
I'd heard it was cheap, but even so, this price is surprising.
USAGE:
Used at the beginning of a sentence to acknowledge a previous point while expressing surprise, emphasis, or contrast about what follows. Often used conversationally.
POSITION:
Typically appears at the start of a clause or sentence.
NUANCE:
Often carries a tone of mild surprise or emphasis on the following statement.
RELATED:
- とはいえ - having said that
- それでも - even so
- しかし - however