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though
/ðoʊ/
despite something
I'll go to the party though I'm tired.
I'll attend the event even though I'm feeling exhausted.
formalinformal
despite a contrasting fact or circumstance
Though it was raining, we went hiking.
Even though the weather was bad, we decided to go hiking.
She passed the exam though she studied very little.
She succeeded in the test despite not studying much.
Often used to introduce a contrast or concession.
formalinformal
however, nevertheless (used to introduce a contrasting idea)
He's very young, though he acts maturely.
He's young, but he behaves in a mature way.
Though I disagree, I respect your opinion.
Even though I don't agree, I value your perspective.
Can be used at the beginning or middle of a sentence.
Collocations
even thoughdespite the fact thatthough it may seemdespite appearances
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Contrast vs. Concession
Though can introduce both contrasts (unexpected facts) and concessions (acknowledging opposing views).
Position in Sentence
Though can start a sentence or be placed mid-sentence, but it cannot end a sentence unless used as an adverb (e.g., 'I'll go, though').
Gold Rule
Comma Usage
When though starts a sentence, a comma is usually placed after the clause (e.g., 'Though it was late, we stayed up.').
Word Origin
Old English 'þēah' (conjunction), from Proto-Germanic '*þauh' (despite). Related to Old Norse 'þó' and German 'doch'.
Usage Notes
Though is often used interchangeably with 'although' and 'even though', but it can sound more informal. It can also be used as an adverb meaning 'however' at the end of a sentence.
Word Breakdown
though
despite
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