これでも

expression

even though it may look this way; despite appearances

Used when the speaker wants to assert that something is true or valid even though the current situation or appearance might suggest otherwise. Often carries a defensive or modest tone.

• これでも一いっ生しょう懸けん命めいやっているんです。

  Even though it may not look like it, I'm doing my best.

• これでも一いち応おう、プロなんです。

  Despite appearances, I am actually a professional.