Breakdown of Sie hat starken Muskelkater, nichtsdestotrotz muss sie das Training lieben.
sie
she
haben
to have
lieben
to love
müssen
to have to, must
stark
strong
das Training
the training/practice
nichtsdestotrotz
nevertheless
der Muskelkater
the muscle ache
Questions & Answers about Sie hat starken Muskelkater, nichtsdestotrotz muss sie das Training lieben.
Why does the verb muss come right after nichtsdestotrotz?
nichtsdestotrotz is an adverb, not a coordinating conjunction like und or aber. Because it occupies the first position in the second clause, the verb muss must take the second position (the V2 rule), pushing the subject sie to the third position.
What is the difference between nichtsdestotrotz and trotzdem?
Both mean "nevertheless", but nichtsdestotrotz is more emphatic and sounds a bit heavier or more formal. While it is perfectly fine to use, you will hear trotzdem much more frequently in everyday spoken German.
Why is the adjective ending -en in starken Muskelkater?
The word for muscle soreness, der Muskelkater (literally "muscle hangover"), is a masculine noun. In this sentence, it is the direct object (accusative case). Because there is no article (like einen) in front of it, the adjective stark has to show the case with the strong accusative ending -en.
Does muss here mean she is required to love the training?
No, this is a subjective use of the modal verb müssen. Just like in English, it expresses a strong assumption or logical deduction. Saying she muss love the training simply means "I strongly conclude that she loves it" given that she continues despite the severe pain.
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