This is the 5593rd most frequent Japanese word.
けれども
"けれども" means "but" or "however."
In this sentence, 'けれども' is used as a conjunction to contrast two clauses, indicating that the effort made did not lead to the desired outcome.
努力したけれども、試験に合格できませんでした。
I worked hard, but I couldn't pass the exam.
Here, 'けれども' acts as a contrast marker, emphasizing the surprising coexistence of being young and experienced.
彼は若いけれども、多くの経験を持っています。
He is young, but he has a lot of experience.
In this usage, 'けれども' connects the prediction of rain and the current weather condition, highlighting the unexpected difference.