Although vs Though

Quando usar cada um em inglês, com significado, registro e exemplos.

Although

Top 1000 (muito comum)A2conjunction

Though

Top 1000 (muito comum)B1conjunction
 AlthoughThough
Pronúncia🇬🇧 /["/ɔːlˈðəʊ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ɔːlˈðəʊ/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ðəʊ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ðəʊ/"]/
SignificadoUsed to show a contrast or exception.used to show a contrast or surprising fact
ExemploAlthough the sun was shining, it wasn't very warm.Though it was raining, we decided to go for a hike.
RegistroNeutroNeutro
Quão comumTop 1000 (muito comum)Top 1000 (muito comum)
Nível CEFRA2B1
Classe gramaticalconjunctionconjunction
Colocaçõesalthough it was late, although he tried, although they are differenteven though, though it may, though sometimes, but though, though not
Antônimosbecause, sincealthough, even though
Erros comunsWrongly 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.
Notas de usoUsed 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.

Perguntas frequentes: Although vs Though

Qual é a diferença entre Although e Though?

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

Although e Though estão no mesmo nível CEFR?

Although: A2, Though: B1 na escala CEFR.

Posso usar Although e Though de forma intercambiável?

Nem sempre. Although e Though são relacionadas e às vezes se sobrepõem, mas diferem em registro, frequência e uso, então trocar uma pela outra pode mudar o sentido ou o tom. Veja as diferenças acima antes de substituir.