Adverb clauses of concession

 Adverb clauses of concession 

Meaning:

That is true, but…

Common words that express concession:

Although, even though, though, while, despite the fact that 

Examples. 

Although: a pesar de o aunque (formal)

• Although learning a language is difficult, it will provide more benefits in the long run.

• Although it was expensive, he bought the new phone."

• "Although she was late, she was still allowed to join the meeting."

• "Although it was difficult, he managed to solve the problem."

• "Although they were tired, they continued working until midnight."

• "Although the weather was bad, we decided to go hiking."

Even though: a pesar de (formal)

Even though learning a language is difficult, it will provide more benefits in the long run.

• "Even though he had no experience, he performed well in the job interview."

• "Even though the dessert looked unappetizing, it tasted delicious."

• "Even though she didn't practice much, she played the piano beautifully.

Despite the fact that. A picar de que. (formal)

• Despite the fact that  learning a language is difficult, it will provide more benefits in the long run.

• Despite the fact that she was exhausted, she finished her homework."

• "Despite the fact that he failed the first time, he didn't give up."

• "Despite the fact that the weather was cold, they went swimming."

Though: aunque (less formal)

• Though learning a language is difficult, it will provide more benefits in the long run.

• "Though it was late, he continued working on his project."

• "Though she felt sick, she went to work."

• "Though he was nervous, he gave an excellent speech.

While. Aunque (in the middle )

• While learning a language is difficult, it will provide more benefits in the long run.

• "While the movie was long, it kept my attention the entire time."

• "While it was difficult, she enjoyed the challenge."

• "While he is not rich, he lives a happy life.