How do you use "zwar" in a sentence?

Example: "Diese Schuhe sind zwar teuer, aber gut." (I don't have much time, but I'll come anyway.) Another example: "Ich kriege jetzt doch eine Woche Urlaub, und zwar nächsten Monat."

zwar

B1 Adverb

English Translation

indeed, admittedly

What does „zwar" mean in English?

„zwar" is a German adverb meaning "indeed, admittedly" in English. CEFR Level B1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.

Example Sentences

Diese Schuhe sind zwar teuer, aber gut.

I don't have much time, but I'll come anyway.

Ich kriege jetzt doch eine Woche Urlaub, und zwar nächsten Monat.

CEFR Level

Intermediate — main points on familiar topics, travel, and interests.

This word is part of the official Goethe-Institut B1 vocabulary list.

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