all the same

• Expression utilisée pour indiquer que quelque chose n'a pas d'importance ou que cela ne change rien, ou pour introduire un point contrastif signifiant « néanmoins » ou « quand même ».

An expression used to indicate that something makes no difference or is unimportant, or to introduce a contrasting point meaning 'nevertheless' or 'anyway'.

1. Nevertheless or anywayB1informal

   Used to indicate that something is true or happens despite what was just said.

   tout de même

   • It was raining, but we went for a walk all the same.
   • He didn't study much, but he passed the exam all the same.
   • She was tired, but she finished the work all the same.

2. B1informal

   Used to say that something does not matter or makes no difference.

   cela ne fait aucune différence

   • You can choose either color; it's all the same to me.
   • Whether we go by car or bus, it's all the same.
   • It's all the same whether you pay now or later.