though
Meaning
Used to introduce a contrasting idea or to soften a previous statement.
💡 Use 'though' to show contrast or exception at the end of a sentence.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
I
left
my
house
early
to
go
to
the
market
because
I
needed
fresh
fruit
.
The
sky
looked
grey
and
it
began
to
rain
when
I
arrived
at
the
bus
stop
.
I
opened
my
umbrella
,
though
a
few
drops
still
fell
on
my
bag
.
At
the
market
I
found
good
apples
and
the
seller
was
friendly
,
so
I
felt
better
.
On
the
way
home
I
walked
slowly
and
enjoyed
the
quiet
streets
.
Common Phrases
nice though
expensive though
tired though
Synonyms
Related Words
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