JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate
つつ
Formal particle indicating simultaneous action (‘while’) or contradictory action (‘even though’).
Readings
Other forms
つつも emphatic form for "even though"
1 Particle
While" / "As
Connects to the stem of a verb to describe two simultaneous actions performed by the same subject.
2 Particle
Even though" / "Despite
Expresses that an action takes place despite the speaker’s contrary knowledge, intentions, or feelings.
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