much as

IPA(Pronunciation)

/ˈmʌt͡ʃ ˌæz/

Conjunction

As much as; however much; although; even though. / Largely in the same way as.

Japanese Meaning

～であるにもかかわらず / ～と同じくらい / ほぼ同様に

What is this buttons?

Much as I enjoy traveling, I prefer to stay at home this year.

Google Translation / DeepL Translation

どれほど旅行が好きでも、今年は家にいる方がいいです。

Details

Sense（1）

As much as; however much; although; even though.

The Blackfeet knew and marked him as he passed; their eyes glared with vindictive fury; he was within bowshot of their ambuscade; yet, much as they thirsted for his blood, they forbore to launch a shaft; sparing him for the moment, that he might lead them to their prey.

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