albeit — although; even though; despite the fact that
Part of speech: CONJUNCTION
Definition: although; even though; despite the fact that
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɔːlˈbiːɪt/
Korean meaning: 비록 ~이지만, ~임에도 불구하고
Korean pronunciation: 올**비**잇
Example Sentences
- She finished the marathon, albeit in last place.
- He agreed to help, albeit with some grumbling.
- The restaurant serves good food, albeit in tiny portions.
albeit
CONJUNCTION//ˌɔːlˈbiːɪt//
although; even though; despite the fact that
The baker creates a perfect cake, albeit exhausted from working all night
Everything looks neat, albeit he needs his seat.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'al be it,' a phrase meaning 'all (although) be (be) it (it).' It combines the conjunctions 'al' (all/although) and the subjunctive form 'be it' to create a concessive expression that evolved into the single word 'albeit.'
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“She finished the marathon, albeit in last place.”
“He agreed to help, albeit with some grumbling.”
“The restaurant serves good food, albeit in tiny portions.”
“The meeting was productive, albeit painfully long.”
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