What does though mean?

Despite the fact that something is true. Used to introduce a contrasting point, often at sentence end.

though

/ðəʊ/ · /ðoʊ/

CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2169 in the learning path

虽然；尽管

conj. Despite the fact that something is true.

虽然；尽管

adv. Used to introduce a contrasting point, often at sentence end.

不过；然而

Though it was raining, we still walked to the bakery.

虽然下着雨，我们还是步行去了面包店。

Though online courses offer greater flexibility, many students still benefit from direct interaction with teachers.

虽然线上课程更加灵活，但许多学生仍能从与教师的直接交流中获益。

引导让步从句时不与but连用；句末可表“不过”。

What does though mean?: Despite the fact that something is true. Used to introduce a contrasting point, often at sentence end.
How is though pronounced?: UK /ðəʊ/, US /ðoʊ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.