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although, even if, though, but
/ˈawŋke/
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Connects a difficulty or contrasting point to a statement that remains true.
Examples
Aunque estoy cansado, terminaré el trabajo.
Although I am tired, I will finish the work.
Me gusta el libro, aunque el final es triste.
I like the book, though the ending is sad.
Creo que vendrá, aunque no estoy seguro.
I think he will come, though I am not sure.
Es una buena idea, aunque resulta cara.
It is a good idea, though expensive.
La llamé aunque era tarde.
I called her although it was late.
Meanings
Examples
Aunque llueve, saldré a caminar.
Although it is raining, I will go for a walk.
Aunque estoy cansado, terminaré el trabajo.
Although I am tired, I will finish the work.
Aunque haga frío mañana, iremos.
Even if it is cold tomorrow, we will go.
La llamé aunque era tarde.
I called her although it was late.
Aunque no tengas dinero, puedes entrar.
Even if you have no money, you may come in.
Examples
Quiero ir, aunque no tengo tiempo.
I want to go, but I have no time.
Es una buena idea, aunque resulta cara.
It is a good idea, though expensive.
Creo que vendrá, aunque no estoy seguro.
I think he will come, though I am not sure.
El hotel es cómodo, aunque está lejos.
The hotel is comfortable, but it is far away.
Me gusta el libro, aunque el final es triste.
I like the book, though the ending is sad.
FAQ
What does aunque usually mean?
“Although”, “even if” or “though”.
Can it introduce a possible future obstacle?
Yes, often with a subjunctive verb: aunque haga frío.
Yes, when it adds a contrast after a statement.
Yes: aunque, without a space.
A clause or, sometimes, a shorter contrasting phrase.
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