though
gb/ðˈoʊ/ us/ðˈoʊ/
A2
Inglés
~ 1000
Acepciones
0 acepciones
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.
Patrón de uso:
[statement] though [contrasting statement]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'though' with 'because', leading to incorrect cause-and-effect sentences instead of contrast.
Sinónimos
although (Slightly more formal; otherwise similar meaning.)
Antónimos
because (Introduces a reason rather than a contrast.)
Colocaciones
though it was raining
|though she tried
|though I knew
Temas
conversation
|logic
|writing
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- 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.
Patrón de uso:
[statement], though.
Error frecuente:
Learners may incorrectly place 'though' in the middle of the sentence when using it in this ending position.
Sinónimos
however (More formal and often used at the start of a sentence.)
Antónimos
therefore (Indicates a logical result rather than a contrast.)
Colocaciones
nice weather, though
|hard work, though
|good film, though
Temas
conversation
|informal speech
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- It was a good party, though.
- I didn’t win—nice try, though.
- The movie was long. Good story, though.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- 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.
Patrón de uso:
though [subject] [verb]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes omit the subject after 'though', which can make the sentence incorrect.
Sinónimos
even though (Stronger emphasis than 'though'.)
Antónimos
if (Introduces a condition rather than a concession.)
Colocaciones
though it seems
|though we know
|though they said
Temas
logic
|writing
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- Though he studied hard, he failed the exam.
- Though we invited her, she didn’t come.
- They kept going, though they were tired.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Though it rained, we played football.
- Though I am tired, I will help you.
- We went out, though it was dark.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
though
AFI
GB/ðˈoʊ/
US/ðˈoʊ/
Sílabas y acento
though (1 sílaba)
Stress on 1st syllable (though)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: though
- Plural: thoughs
Familia de palabras
Forms
thoughs
noun
Core family
although
conjunction B1
Expresiones
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.
Ejemplos
- 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'.
Ejemplos
- Even though it was raining, we went hiking.
- She passed the test even though she didn’t study much.