Be that as it may
phrase
Even if that is true.
You say she's very smart, be that as it may, she still has a lot to learn.
phrase
Despite that.
I understand your reasons, be that as it may, it was still a wrong decision.
Usage tips
Formal
Idiomatic
phrase
Regardless of that.
He thinks he is always right, be that as it may, he needs to consider others' opinions.
phrase
Even if that is true.
You say she's very smart, be that as it may, she still has a lot to learn.
phrase
Despite that.
I understand your reasons, be that as it may, it was still a wrong decision.
Usage tips
Formal
Idiomatic
phrase
Regardless of that.
He thinks he is always right, be that as it may, he needs to consider others' opinions.
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Concession Starter
Use it to acknowledge a fact before presenting a contrasting view or argument.
Sure, he has experience, be that as it may, we need someone with fresh ideas.
Pro Tip 2/2Conversation Shift
It's a polite way to shift the conversation or to introduce a different perspective.
They were favored to win, be that as it may, the underdogs showed impressive skill.
Pro Tip 1/2Concession Starter
Use it to acknowledge a fact before presenting a contrasting view or argument.
Sure, he has experience, be that as it may, we need someone with fresh ideas.
Pro Tip 2/2Conversation Shift
It's a polite way to shift the conversation or to introduce a different perspective.
They were favored to win, be that as it may, the underdogs showed impressive skill.
Pro Tip 1/2Concession Starter
Use it to acknowledge a fact before presenting a contrasting view or argument.
Sure, he has experience, be that as it may, we need someone with fresh ideas.
Pro Tip 2/2Conversation Shift
It's a polite way to shift the conversation or to introduce a different perspective.
They were favored to win, be that as it may, the underdogs showed impressive skill.
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