Though

Definition

Though is a conjunction or adverb used to introduce a contrast, indicating that a particular fact does not affect the main statement.

Parts of Speech

• Conjunction
• Adverb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ðoʊ/
• Respelling: THOH

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ðəʊ/
• Respelling: THOH

Etymology

The word "though" originates from Old English "þēah," meaning "although" or "even if." It is related to Old High German "doh" and Old Norse "þó." The term has been used in English since the Middle Ages to express contrast or concession.

Derivatives

• Although (conjunction)
• Even though (phrase)
• Thoughful (adjective, archaic)
• Thoughness (noun, rare)
• Thoughly (adverb, archaic)

Synonyms

• Although
• However
• Nonetheless

Antonyms

• Therefore
• Thus
• So

Usage

The word "though" is commonly used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or modifies what was previously mentioned. For example, "She enjoyed the movie, though it was a bit long." It can also be used as an adverb for emphasis at the end of a sentence, e.g., "It was hard work. Fun, though."

Related Terms

• Although: Used similarly to "though," often interchangeably.
• Yet: Another term indicating contrast or concession.
• However: A word introducing a contradiction or exception.

Detailed Definitions

Conjunction

• Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something previously mentioned: Indicates concession or exception.
  • Example: "He went to the party, though he didn’t feel like it."
• Used to imply that a fact does not make something else untrue: Suggests that a condition does not negate a preceding statement.
  • Example: "Though it was raining, they decided to continue the hike."

Adverb

• Used for emphasis, often at the end of a sentence: Adds contrast or concession to a previous statement.
  • Example: "I didn’t win. I tried hard, though."