though
gb/ðˈoʊ/ us/ðˈoʊ/
A2
English
~ 1000
Senses
0 senses
conjunction
A2
relation
1
introducing a contrast
Used to show that the second part of a sentence is different from or opposite to the first part.
Usage pattern:
[statement] though [contrasting statement]
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'though' with 'because', leading to incorrect cause-and-effect sentences instead of contrast.
Synonyms
although (Slightly more formal; otherwise similar meaning.)
Antonyms
because (Introduces a reason rather than a contrast.)
Collocations
though it was raining
|though she tried
|though I knew
Themes
conversation
|logic
|writing
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- Though it was late, he kept working.
- She smiled, though she was tired.
- I like the job, though it can be stressful.
- Though they argued, they still respected each other.
Learner examples
- Though it is cold, we go outside.
- He is happy, though he is busy.
- I like the food, though it is expensive.
adverb
B1
relation
2
contrast at sentence end
Used at the end of a sentence to show something different or surprising compared to what was said before.
Usage pattern:
[statement], though.
Common mistake:
Learners may incorrectly place 'though' in the middle of the sentence when using it in this ending position.
Synonyms
however (More formal and often used at the start of a sentence.)
Antonyms
therefore (Indicates a logical result rather than a contrast.)
Collocations
nice weather, though
|hard work, though
|good film, though
Themes
conversation
|informal speech
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- It was a good party, though.
- I didn’t win—nice try, though.
- The movie was long. Good story, though.
Learner examples
- It is cold. Nice day, though.
- I failed the test. I learned a lot, though.
- The food is cheap. Tasty, though.
conjunction
B1
relation
3
despite the fact that
Used to say that something happens even if another thing could stop it.
Usage pattern:
though [subject] [verb]
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes omit the subject after 'though', which can make the sentence incorrect.
Synonyms
even though (Stronger emphasis than 'though'.)
Antonyms
if (Introduces a condition rather than a concession.)
Collocations
though it seems
|though we know
|though they said
Themes
logic
|writing
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- Though he studied hard, he failed the exam.
- Though we invited her, she didn’t come.
- They kept going, though they were tired.
Learner examples
- Though it rained, we played football.
- Though I am tired, I will help you.
- We went out, though it was dark.
Grammar
Dictionary form
though
IPA
GB/ðˈoʊ/
US/ðˈoʊ/
Syllables & stress
though (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (though)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: though
- Plural: thoughs
Word family
Forms
thoughs
noun
Core family
although
conjunction B1
Expressions
as though
1/ˈæz ðˈoʊ/
fixed phrase
in a way that suggests
Used to say something looks or feels like another thing, even if it is not true.
Examples
- She acted as though she owned the place.
- He looks as though he hasn’t slept in days.
even though
1/ˈivən ðˈoʊ/
fixed phrase
despite the fact that (strong)
Used to show that something happens or is true even if another thing could stop it; stronger than 'though'.
Examples
- Even though it was raining, we went hiking.
- She passed the test even though she didn’t study much.