Although
|al/though|
B1
🇺🇸
/ɔlˈðoʊ/
🇬🇧
/ɔːlˈðəʊ/
(although)
despite
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Although' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'al-thogh', where 'al' meant 'all' and 'thogh' meant 'though'.
Historical Evolution
'Al-thogh' transformed into the modern English word 'although' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'even if' or 'despite', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Conjunction 1
used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has been said previously.
Although it was raining, we went for a walk.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35