Allthough vs. Although: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on November 19, 2023
"Allthough" is a misspelling, while "Although" is the correct form, meaning "in spite of the fact that" or "even though."
Which is correct: Allthough or Although
How to spell Although?
Allthough is Incorrect
Although is Correct
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Key Differences
Think of "all" as being redundant in this context; "although" already conveys its meaning.
Sawaira Riaz
Nov 19, 2023
Remember that "although" is similar to "though" but with an "al-" prefix.
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Nov 19, 2023
Use mnemonics: "All those who spell it 'Allthough' are ALL wrong."
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Nov 19, 2023
Associate "although" with "also" to remember the single 'l'.
Sara Rehman
Nov 19, 2023
Practice by writing sentences using "although" to reinforce the correct spelling.
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Allthough and Although Definitions
Although
Although is used to admit that a fact or statement is true, but then introduce another fact that makes the first one seem surprising or less important.
Although he's younger, he's much taller.
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Oct 27, 2023
Although
Although conveys the idea of "in spite of the fact that" or "regardless of."
Although she tried, she couldn't finish the race.
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Oct 27, 2023
Although
Although is a conjunction used to show a contrast between two situations or actions.
Although expensive, the meal was worth every penny.
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Oct 27, 2023
Although
Although introduces a contrast or exception; used to say that something happens or is true even if there is something else.
Although it rained, we still had a great time.
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Although
Although presents a point of contrast or unexpected outcome.
Although he prepared well, he failed the exam.
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Although
Regardless of the fact that; even though
Although the room is big, it won't hold all that furniture.
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Oct 20, 2023
Although
Though, even though, in spite of or despite the fact that: introducing a clause that expresses a concession.
Although it was very muddy, the football game went on.
The patients, (al)though getting stronger, will not come off their medications.
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Although
But, except.
It was difficult, although not as difficult as we had expected.
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Although
Grant all this; be it that; supposing that; notwithstanding; though.
Although all shall be offended, yet will not I.
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Although
Despite the fact that;
Even though she knew the answer, she did not respond
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FAQs
Why is it called Although?
"Although" comes from Middle English combining "all" and "though," signifying "in spite of all" or "in any case."
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Nov 19, 2023
What is the verb form of Although?
Although is a conjunction and doesn't have a verb form.
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Nov 19, 2023
Which vowel is used before Although?
Any vowel can precede Although based on context, but often "a" or "e" as in "an" or "even."
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Nov 19, 2023
What is the singular form of Although?
Although is a conjunction and doesn't have a singular or plural form.
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Nov 19, 2023
Is Although a negative or positive word?
Although is neutral but introduces contrast or exception.
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Nov 19, 2023
Which preposition is used with Although?
Prepositions aren't typically paired with Although as it's a conjunction itself.
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Nov 19, 2023
Which article is used with Although?
"An" or "the" can precede clauses introduced by Although, depending on context.
Janet White
Nov 19, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Although?
The second syllable, "though," is stressed.
Aimie Carlson
Nov 19, 2023
Which determiner is used with Although?
Although doesn't typically pair with a specific determiner.
Sara Rehman
Nov 19, 2023
What is another term for Although?
Another term could be "though" or "even though."
Sara Rehman
Nov 19, 2023
What is the opposite of Although?
There isn't a direct opposite, but "because" can serve a contrasting function in some contexts.
Janet White
Nov 19, 2023
How is Although used in a sentence?
Although she was tired, she finished her work on time.
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Nov 19, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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