Definition
though: although, despite the fact that
Note that in informal language (especially on the internet and in text messages), we sometimes write "tho" rather than "though".
even though: despite the fact that, although
Pronunciation examples
UK: I understood most of what the man said, even though I don't speak Italian.
US: Though it was difficult at first, I eventually learned to tie my shoes.
- "Though I won't divulge the destination yet, I can tell you that we will find ourselves confronted with man's ancient enemy: Nature."
- "It was so loud, though, I couldn't be sure what he was saying exactly."
- "But though our countries are separated by the Atlantic, there is a strong bond which unites all of us in this room;"
- "Though the details of Stink's gruesome murder are still hazy, I'm sure that you understand my deep and pervasive hatred for you, and by extension, all things British."
- "Some elevator music would be nice though."
- "Though it's gone a bit too far with the giant tortoises."
- "How much do we really know about these little green men though?"
- "Though I am still mourning Stink (a period which will last 40 days and 40 nights), I have decided to communicate to you my wishes for your atonement."
- "Icarus : Alright, everybody, settle down, there's no reason to panic, even though this is an emergency, there's no reason to panic!"
- "Susie : Though he could have been saying something else entirely."
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