Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

be that as it may

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: Zipf frequency 5.80 in modern English

Syllables: be that as it -may
IPA

23

Scrabble Score

13

Letters

2

Syllables

9

Unique Chars

Meaning

adv

Even if that is the case; whether that is true or not; nevertheless.

Example Sentences

"Be that as it may, the duty of all communicants lies plain."
"But be that as it may, the principle of it is founded in truth."
"We English people, be that as it may, have among us the best nursing for love and the worst nursing for money that can be got in Europe."
"It has frequently been asserted in the Indian press that the United States does not understand India's position. . . . Be that as it may, it is certainly true that some sectors of Indian opinion likewise do not adequately understand the motives of the United States."
""They seem to think I'm photogenic." Be that as it may, and Rollins surely is a striking figure, his music and only his music matters."

Phrases

come what may that's as may be

Frequently Paired Words

come what may that's as may be

Synonyms

be it as it may howbeit nevertheless

Questions

What does be that as it may mean?: Even if that is the case; whether that is true or not; nevertheless.

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