Though, Although, Even though

Summary

In this lesson on Modern English, the instructor explains the use of 'although,' 'though,' and 'even though' to show contrast in sentences. Through examples like 'Even though I’ve learned English for over 5 years, I’m still not fluent,' students learn how these words can highlight opposing ideas. The video encourages practice by asking viewers to create their own sentences using these words. The lesson focuses on enhancing English fluency by teaching students how to use these conjunctions effectively to express contradictions in a clear and impactful way.

Takeaways

• 😀 'Although,' 'Though,' and 'Even Though' are used to show contrast between two ideas.
• 😀 'Although' can be used at the beginning of a sentence to introduce a contrast, e.g., 'Although learning English is difficult, I love this class.'
• 😀 'Though' can be used at the end of a sentence or after a clause to indicate contrast, e.g., 'She did well, though the examination was difficult.'
• 😀 'Even though' emphasizes contrast more strongly than 'although' or 'though,' e.g., 'Even though I have learned English for more than five years, I’m still not fluent.'
• 😀 The three words ('although,' 'though,' and 'even though') can often be used interchangeably, but with slight differences in tone and emphasis.
• 😀 'Although' is often seen in formal writing, while 'though' is more casual and conversational.
• 😀 'Even though' is used when the contrast is significant and surprising, emphasizing the unexpected result.
• 😀 The structure of sentences using these words is flexible, allowing for different placements within a sentence.
• 😀 It's important to practice using these contrastive words in various contexts to become comfortable with their usage.
• 😀 At the end of the lesson, the instructor encouraged students to practice by writing sentences with 'although,' 'though,' and 'even though.'

Q & A

What is the main focus of today's lesson?

The main focus of today's lesson is to explain how to use the words 'although,' 'though,' and 'even though' to show contrast in sentences.

How is 'although' used in a sentence?

'Although' is used to show contrast, usually at the beginning or in the middle of a sentence. It introduces a clause that expresses something unexpected or opposite to the main idea.

Can you give an example of 'although' in a sentence?

Sure! 'Although I have learned English for more than five years, I'm still not fluent.' This shows that despite learning for a long time, the speaker is not fluent.

How is 'though' different from 'although'?

'Though' is used similarly to 'although,' but it is often placed at the end of a sentence or clause, offering a slightly different emphasis.

Can you give an example of 'though' in a sentence?

Certainly! 'I love English class, though learning English is difficult.' Here, 'though' is used at the end to contrast the love for the class with the difficulty of learning.

What makes 'even though' stronger than 'although' and 'though'?

'Even though' emphasizes the contrast more strongly. It’s used when the contrast between two ideas is surprising or unexpected.

Can you provide an example using 'even though'?

Yes! 'Even though I have learned English for more than five years, I'm still not fluent.' This example shows that despite many years of study, fluency has not been achieved, which is unexpected.

What is the purpose of using contrast in sentences?

Using contrast in sentences helps to highlight differences between two ideas, often making the message more impactful or showing surprising outcomes.

What should students do after the lesson according to the script?

Students are encouraged to practice by writing three sentences using 'although,' 'though,' or 'even though' to show contrast.

How does the teacher suggest students can use the words 'although,' 'though,' and 'even though'?

The teacher suggests that students should practice using these words in sentences that show contrast, with examples from the lesson helping to guide them in creating their own sentences.