ながらも

Alternative writings: 乍らも
Frequency:
1

A conjunction expressing concession ('though' / 'although'); used when something is the case but a contradicting result or remark follows.

ExpressionUsually Kana

Examples

彼は若ながらも非常に落ち着いている。

Although he is young, he is extremely composed.

予算が少ないながらも、プロジェクトは成功した。

Although the budget was small, the project succeeded.

問題点があるながらも、全体としては良い提案だ。

Although there are issues, overall it's a good proposal.

2

Indicates simultaneity ('while' / 'at the same time as'), often with a nuance of contrast or unexpectedness compared to 'ながら'.

ExpressionUsually Kana

Examples

音楽を聴きながらも、彼は試験勉強に集中していた。

While listening to music, he was still concentrating on studying for the exam.

忙しいながらも、毎日少しは運動するようにしている。

Even though I'm busy, I try to exercise a little every day.

苦手ながらも、最後まであきらめずに続けた。

Despite not being good at it, I kept going until the end without giving up.