at any rate

• Expresión de transición que indica que, sin importar lo dicho o lo que pueda ocurrir, un punto determinado sigue siendo válido o relevante; a menudo se usa para retomar el tema principal o resumir.

A transitional phrase used to indicate that regardless of what has been said or what may happen, a particular point remains true or relevant; often used to return to the main topic or to summarize.

1. In any caseB2formal

   Used to indicate that what is being said is true or important regardless of other considerations.

   en cualquier caso

   • At any rate, we should finish the project by Friday.
   • He might be late, but at any rate, we will start without him.
   • At any rate, the decision has been made.

2. At leastB2informal

   Used to emphasize that something is true or acceptable, even if other things are not.

   en cualquier caso

   • It's not perfect, but at any rate, it's a good start.
   • She didn't win, but at any rate, she tried her best.
   • At any rate, we have enough food for everyone.