Although - even though, learning how to use them

What will I learn from the English lesson although - Even though?

During this lesson you will learn the small difference between the words although and even though.  The final part of the lesson is a list of examples of how to use them in sentences.

What is the difference between the two words?

Although and even though can be used in the same way. They both basically mean the same thing. However, “even though” is more emphatic.

The order of the clauses can be reversed. If the first clause in the sentence begins with “although” or “even though”, then you must use a comma.

Should the second clause in a sentence begin with “although” or “even though”, then there is no need for a comma.

Examples of using sentences beginning with “although” or “even though”

You will notice that you can use both words in the sentence. Remember if you want to be more emphatic then use “even though”.

1. Although / Even though it was really windy and raining, we still went to the seaside and still had good time.

2. Although / Even though we were all very tired, we managed to keep working for another two hours.

3. Although / Even though it was starting to get late, we all decided to stay and chat a little more.

4. Although / Even though Mrs Jones had to drive thirty-five minutes to get to his condo, she gave him a lift home, which he was very grateful for.

5. On Saturday we all decided to go for a walk in the park although / even though it was snowing quite hard.

6. Although / Even though Mrs Bean was starting to get impatient and wanted to leave, but Mr Bean stayed at the bar talking to his friends for a little while longer.

7. Although / Even though the roads was bad due to the snow, and many people decided not to drive that night, we decided to go to the party anyway.

8. Although / Even though the cost of shopping is a little higher at that local corner shop, we like to go shopping there as it saves traveling.

9. Although / Even though Mr Bean is very scared of traveling by aeroplane, we were able to convince him to get on the plane.

10. Although / Even though Sarah said she was on a diet, she had ice cream after her dinner

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