Concession preposition (malgré)

Overcoming Obstacles: Malgré

To describe an action that happens in spite of an obstacle, use the preposition malgré (despite).

Just like in English, malgré is followed directly by a noun.

We sail on the ocean despite the storm.
Nous naviguons sur l'océan malgré la tempête.
The boat continues despite the gigantic waves.
Le bateau continue malgré les vagues gigantesques.
The crew works despite the fatigue.
L'équipage travaille malgré la fatigue.
The sailor maintains the course despite the wind.
Le marin maintient le cap malgré le vent.