granted
Translation
admittedly, it is true
Examples
Granted, the house is old, but it is beautiful.
Granted, the house is old, but it is beautiful.
He is a bit slow, granted, but he is very reliable.
He is a bit slow, granted, but he is very reliable.
Grammar Patterns
((clause)) used to admit that sth. is true before making another, often contrasting, point Granted, the house is old, but it is beautiful.
Similar Words
Synonyms: admittedly, certainly, of course
Etymology
From the past participle of the verb 'to grant', used to mean 'it is granted/admitted that...'.
Memory Tips
It's a way to concede a small point to make your main argument stronger. 'Granted, it's expensive, but it will last forever.'