though
Translation
though, although, however
Examples
Though it was cold, he went out.
Though it was cold, he went out.
He's a good friend, though.
He's a good friend, though.
Grammar Patterns
((+ clause)) as a conjunction, meaning 'in spite of the fact that' Though it was cold, he went out.
((at end of sentence)) as an adverb, meaning 'however' He's a good friend, though.
Similar Words
Synonyms: although, however, nevertheless
Etymology
From Old English 'þēah'. Related to German 'doch'.
Memory Tips
Often interchangeable with 'although' at the start of a clause, or 'however' at the end of a sentence.