Although vs Though

When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.

Although

Top 1,000 (very common) A2 conjunction

Though

Top 1,000 (very common) B1 conjunction

	Although	Though
Pronunciation	🇬🇧 /["/ɔːlˈðəʊ/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/ɔːlˈðəʊ/"]/	🇬🇧 /["/ðəʊ/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/ðəʊ/"]/
Meaning	Used to show a contrast or exception.	used to show a contrast or surprising fact
Example	Although the sun was shining, it wasn't very warm.	Though it was raining, we decided to go for a hike.
Register	Neutral	Neutral
How common	Top 1,000 (very common)	Top 1,000 (very common)
CEFR level	A2	B1
Part of speech	conjunction	conjunction
Collocations	although it was late, although he tried, although they are different	even though, though it may, though sometimes, but though, though not
Antonyms	because, since	although, even though
Common mistakes	Wrongly uses 'although' to connect two independent clauses without a comma., Uses 'although' instead of 'but' in simple sentences., Confuses 'although' with 'despite' in terms of usage.	'Though' confused with 'although'., Incorrect placement in a sentence., Using 'though' alone without a clause.
Usage notes	Used in both spoken and written contexts. It's suitable for formal writing, but also common in everyday conversation. Avoid starting sentences with 'although' in very casual speech.	Use 'though' to express contrast, often at the end of a sentence. It's less formal than 'although' and can be used in both spoken and written English. Avoid using in very formal writing.

See it in real clips

Agatha Christies Poirot › S1 E1

Although the bonds were found to be missing on Thursday,

Breaking Bad › S1 E2

But although they may look the same,

Breaking Bad › S1 E3

Although he wasn't anywhere near as friendly in real life.

Agatha Christies Poirot › S1 E1

Although the bonds were found to be missing on Thursday,

Breaking Bad › S1 E2

But although they may look the same,

Although

Sherlock › S1 E1

Shot in the dark. Good one, though.

Agatha Christies Poirot › S1 E1

I'll tell you one thing, though.

Game Of Thrones › S1 E1

You are the bastard, though.

Sherlock › S1 E1

Shot in the dark. Good one, though.

Agatha Christies Poirot › S1 E1

I'll tell you one thing, though.

Though

Frequently asked questions: Although vs Though

What's the difference between Although and Though?

Although: Used to show a contrast or exception. Though: used to show a contrast or surprising fact

Which is more advanced: Although and Though?

Though is the highest level, at B1, on the CEFR scale.

Are Although and Though the same CEFR level?

Although: A2, Though: B1 on the CEFR scale.

What part of speech are Although and Though?

Although: conjunction, Though: conjunction.

Can you show an example of each?

Although: Although the sun was shining, it wasn't very warm. Though: Though it was raining, we decided to go for a hike.

Can I use Although and Though interchangeably?

Not always. Although and Though are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.