although — despite the fact that; even though
Part of speech: CONJUNCTION
Definition: despite the fact that; even though
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɔːlˈðoʊ/
Example Sentences
- Although I ate a whole pizza, I'm somehow still hungry.
- Although cats act like they hate us, they still demand food every five minutes.
- Although the weather forecast predicted rain, it turned out to be sunny.
although
CONJUNCTION[/ɔːlˈðoʊ/]
despite the fact that; even though
A person keeps walking even though it is raining.
Although it’s cold, they hold and move bold — the steps go on, just like they’re told.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'although' or 'al though', combining 'all' (wholly) with 'though' (from Old English 'þeah', meaning despite or even if). The word emerged in the 14th century as a compound construction meaning 'wholly though' or 'even though'.
Breakdown
al- (all, wholly) + though (even if, despite) = although (despite the fact that; even though)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Although I ate a whole pizza, I'm somehow still hungry.”
“Although cats act like they hate us, they still demand food every five minutes.”
“Although the weather forecast predicted rain, it turned out to be sunny.”
“Although he studied hard, he didn't pass the exam.”
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