French Concession Connectors: Bien que, Pourtant, Cependant (C1 Level)

To secure an NCLC 7 or higher in the TEF or TCF Canada, especially in the Writing and Speaking sections, you must demonstrate the ability to construct complex, nuanced arguments. You cannot just say "A is good, but B is bad."

You need to master the art of concession and opposition.

Connectors of concession allow you to acknowledge a fact while presenting a contradictory result. Mastering words like Bien que, Pourtant, and Malgré immediately signals to the examiner that you are a B2/C1 level candidate.

Here is everything you need to know about using French concession connectors correctly.