This is the 198th most frequent Finnish word.
huolimatta
"Huolimatta" means "despite" or "regardless of" in English.
"Huolimatta" introduces the main clause, indicating an action taken regardless of the rain.
Huolimatta sateesta päätimme retkeillä.
Despite the rain, we decided to hike.
Here, "Huolimatta" sets up a contrast between challenges faced and eventual success.
Hän saavutti tavoitteensa huolimatta vastoinkäymisistä.
He achieved his goal despite the setbacks.
"Huolimatta" points out the unexpected accomplishment given the short time available.