Linkers of Contrast

When we want to introduce contrast in English, we use the following words: In

spite of, Despite, Although, Even though, However, Nevertheless, and Whereas.
It is important to know when and how to use these linkers:
1. In spite of and Despite are followed by a noun phrase or a verb in the
ing form.
Ex: Despite their money, they cant buy happiness.
Ex: In spite of having so much money, they arent very happy.
2. Although and Even though are followed by a complete sentence.
Ex: Although she sang beautifully, she didnt win the contest.
Ex: I am going out tonight, even though I am really tired.
3. However and Nevertheless introduce a new idea which marks a
contrast with a previously stated idea. The speaker usually makes a
strong pause. In writing, these words are separated from the sentence
they introduce by a comma.
Ex: She was feeling very ill. However, she went to school.