Have you ever found yourself pausing while writing because you weren’t sure whether to use “eventhough” or “even though”? If so, you’re not alone. Many people get confused between these two. But don’t worry, we’re here to clear things up in a very simple way.
What is “Even Though”?
“Even though” is a phrase made of two words: “even” and “though.” We use it to introduce a part of a sentence that talks about something surprising or unexpected. It sets up a contrast, showing that one thing doesn’t stop another thing from happening. Here’s how to use it:
- Even though it was raining, I still went for a walk.
- She smiled even though she was feeling sad.
In these sentences, “even though” introduces the surprising or unexpected parts: it was raining, and she was feeling sad. But the actions that followed (going for a walk and smiling) happened regardless.
What About “Eventhough”?
You might see “eventhough” written as one word, but this isn’t standard in English. The correct way to write it is as two separate words: “even though.” If you’re writing for school, work, or just want to use proper English, it’s best to stick with “even though.”
Why the Confusion?
The confusion between “even though” and “eventhough” might come from how we speak. When we talk fast, “even” and “though” can sound like they’re one word, but when writing, it’s important to keep them as two words.
Examples to Clear the Confusion:
Let’s look at some sentences to help understand the correct usage:
Correct: Even though she had never painted before, her artwork was beautiful.
- Incorrect: Eventhough she had never painted before, her artwork was beautiful.
Correct: Even though the exam was hard, he did well.
- Incorrect: Eventhough the exam was hard, he did well.
In these examples, “even though” correctly introduces a contrast between two parts of the sentence, while “eventhough” is not the correct form to use.
How to Remember the Difference
To avoid making this mistake, remember that “even though” is always two separate words. A good way to remember this is to think about the word “though” on its own. “Though” is a complete word that can be used by itself, so when you add “even” to give it more emphasis, you don’t need to combine them into one word.
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