structure · neutral
Although + clause, clause
Used to show contrast between two clauses.
Examples
“Although the weather was terrible, we still enjoyed the trip.”
“Although he studied hard, he failed the exam.”
“Although the train was late, I arrived on time for the meeting.”
Band 8 sentence
“Although government policies aimed at improving urban transport have been introduced, progress has been slow due to budget constraints and competing priorities.”
Collocations
- Although + subject + verb, main clause
Common mistakes
Despite he was tired, he kept working.→Although he was tired, he kept working.
Though he is poor, but he is happy.→Though he is poor, he is happy.
Say it for a higher band
5but→6however→7+Although + clause, clause
Synonyms
Despite
Even though
Easily confused
Despite + noun / V-ing
“Despite the heavy rain, the concert continued as planned.”
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