Pronunciation: /ɔlˈðoʊ/

Definitions of although

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb, typically answering the questions how, when, where, why, or to what degree

Example Sentences

A1 Although it is raining, I will still go for a walk.

A2 Although she studied hard, she didn't pass the exam.

B1 Although I like the job, the salary is too low.

B2 Although he is busy, he always finds time to help others.

C1 Although the project faced many challenges, it was completed on time.

C2 Although she had reservations, she ultimately decided to accept the job offer.

conjunction a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause, such as 'although', 'and', 'but'

Example Sentences

A1 Although it is raining, I will go outside.

A2 Although she studied hard, she didn't pass the exam.

B1 Although I don't like coffee, I still drink it occasionally.

B2 Although he had never been to Italy before, he quickly adapted to the culture.

C1 Although the project faced many challenges, it was completed on time.

C2 Although she had reservations about the plan, she decided to go through with it.

Examples of although in a Sentence

formal Although she had studied hard, she did not pass the exam.

informal I wanted to go to the party, although I had to work late.

slang I know he said he would call, although I doubt he will.

figurative Although the storm was raging outside, she felt a sense of calm within.

Grammatical Forms of although

past tense

althoughed

plural

althoughs

comparative

more although

superlative

most although

present tense

although

future tense

will although

perfect tense

have althoughed

continuous tense

is althoughing

singular

although

positive degree

as although as

infinitive

to although

gerund

althoughing

participle

althoughed

Origin and Evolution of although

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'although' originated from the Middle English phrase 'al thogh', which means 'all though'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the Middle English phrase 'al thogh' evolved into the word 'although' in modern English, maintaining its original meaning of introducing a contrast or concession in a sentence.