ものの (mono-no): Although; even though
～ものの (mono-no)
Meaning
Although; even though
Formation and usage
plain clause + ものの; N／な-adjective + であるものの
Notation: N = noun; V dictionary = dictionary-form verb; V stem = the stem before ます; plain clause = plain-form clause; negative stem = the form before ない. Follow the attachment shown above.
Explanation
Concedes the first fact before stating an unexpected limitation, mainly in written language.
Examples
資料を確認したものの、まだ自信がない。
Although I did check the documents, I am still not confident.
先生に相談したものの、まだ自信がない。
Although I did consult the teacher, I am still not confident.
計画を見直したものの、まだ自信がない。
Although I did review the plan, I am still not confident.
会場を下見したものの、まだ自信がない。
Although I did inspect the venue beforehand, I am still not confident.
十分に練習したものの、まだ自信がない。
Although I did practice thoroughly, I am still not confident.
How related patterns differ
くせに often reproaches; ものの and とはいえ qualify an admitted fact. にもかかわらず contradicts expectations; といえども and とて are formal concessions. たところで often judges an action ineffective; からといって rejects an automatic inference.