Even Though vs. Even If
'Even though' and 'even if' are confused by learners as they look similar. In this lesson, we will learn all about them.
What Is Their Main Difference?
The main difference between 'even though' and 'even if' is in what they express. 'Even tough' expresses facts while 'even if' expresses imaginary situations.
Parts of Speech
'Even though' and 'even if' are conjunctions. They are used to connect clauses.
She was interested in the zoo
She would love the trip
Meaning
While they share the same parts of speech, they are not close in the meaning they express.
'Even though' shows that something occurs in spite of a hurdle. In other words, we use it to mean 'despite.'
'Even if' is used to show that something might happen 'whether or not' another situation occurs.
I would help him
I will never forget my friends