Tapi

from sanskerta

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conjunction
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From sanskerta

Definition

a conjunction used to express contrast or opposition, shortened form of 'tetapi'

Etymology

Derived from the shortened form of 'tetapi', which is a loanword from Sanskrit 'tathā api' (तथापि) meaning 'nevertheless' or 'however'. The word underwent shortening in everyday usage.

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