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～ものの (monono) - Although / Though
[Verb/Adjective plain form] + ものの
Quick answer
[Verb/Adjective plain form] + ものの means "Although / Though / But". It is a N2 Japanese grammar point with examples and drills on this page.
Meaning
Although / Though / But
Explanation
Expresses contrast between two clauses, with reservation or doubt.
Examples
合格したものの、喜べない。
ごうかくしたものの、よろこべない。
Although I passed, I can't be happy.
挑戦してみたものの、失敗した。
ちょうせんしてみたものの、しっぱいした。
Although I tried challenging it, I failed.
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[Verb/Adjective plain form] + ものの
Which sentence correctly uses "～ものの (monono) - Although / Though"?