This is the 178th most frequent Norwegian word.
imidlertid
"Imidlertid" means "however" or "nevertheless" in English.
The word 'imidlertid' connects the two clauses to show a contrast between the wish to hike and the reality of rain.
Jeg ønsket å dra på tur, imidlertid begynte det å regne.
I wanted to go on a hike; however, it started to rain.
The word 'imidlertid' demonstrates the contradiction between the expectation of the situation and what actually occurred.
Butikken skulle åpne tidlig, imidlertid var den stengt da jeg kom.
The store was supposed to open early; however, it was closed when I arrived.
Here, 'imidlertid' is used to indicate an unexpected outcome or deviation from the plan.