N1
ところを
💡Meaning
When; even though
📝Usage
普通形 + ところを
⚠️Notes
Used to express gratitude or apology when someone does something for you in a difficult situation. "At a time when..." (e.g., お忙しいところを、わざわざお越しいただきありがとうございます。 - Thank you for taking the trouble to come at a time when you are so busy.)