LoginAs If vs. Though
'As if' and 'though' are conjunctions. In this lesson, we will learn their uses, similarities, and differences.
What Is Their Main Difference?
The main difference between 'as if' and 'though' is that they convey different meanings.
As if
'As if' is a conjunction. It is classified as a subordinating conjunction. It is used to express:
- as would be the case if:
He felt
- as one would do if:
He was running
- that:
It seemed
Though
'Though' is also a conjunction. It is classified as a subordinating conjunction. It is used to express:
- despite the fact that:
- but:
They're helping
Are They Interchangeable?
While 'as if' and 'though' are both subordinating conjunctions they cannot be used interchangeably as the meaning of the sentence would completely change.
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