„Wie dem auch sein mag."
However that may be. Be that as it may.
What does „Wie dem auch sein mag." mean in German?
„Wie dem auch sein mag." means "However that may be. Be that as it may.." Literally: "However it also may be.."
Literal Translation
"However it also may be."
English Equivalent
"Be that as it may."
This English idiom conveys the same meaning as the German expression.
Grammar Notes
Subjunctive; concessive clause
When is this idiom used?
This expression is used in formal or literary German, often found in written texts and speeches.
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