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although

conjunction
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2 meanings of although

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  1. 1
    even thoughconjunction
    Used to add a fact that makes the main part of the sentence seem surprising.

    Although it was raining, we still walked to the park.

    She kept working, although she was tired.

    UsageDo not add but: although it rained, we went (not incorrect: although it rained, but we went).

    Similarthough, albeit, while

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  2. 2
    conjunction
    Means 'but', adding a small correction to what was just said.

    It was hard, although not as hard as we expected.

    The food was good, although a little salty.

    UsageIt usually comes after a comma, often with a short phrase: clean, although small.

    Similarbut, though, yet

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Origin

From Old English, made by joining a word meaning "all" with a word meaning "though."

Checked 5 Nov 2026 · 1 fact

  • Although ultimately derives from an Old English compound joining words meaning “all” and “though.” en.wiktionary.org