umbrella; sunshade; parasol
Watch out! You almost stuck your umbrella in my eye!
She struck at me with her umbrella
parachute
Paratroop battalion
though; although; however; whether; even if; no matter ...; in spite of ...; despite
He went out in spite of/despite the rain
Although/though (he is) elderly, he is still an active social worker; However elderly he is/Elderly as he is, he is still an active social worker
Whether they have money or not, I'll claim for damages tomorrow morning
Whoever you vote for, make sure he's honest
He's kind-hearted if a little crack-brained at times
I shall remember it wherever I go
Whatever happens, keep calm