Although
8 lettersconjunctioncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Despite the fact that; even though. Used to introduce a statement that makes the main statement seem surprising or unexpected.
“Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɑlˈðoʊ/
Syllables
al·though
Related Words
Synonyms
thougheven though
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Wordle
Contains three vowels A-O-U and -OUGH pattern
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Scrabble
Worth 12 points; H provides decent value (4 pts)
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