LoginEven Though vs. Even So
'Even though' and 'even so' are mistaken by learners because of their similar pronounciations. In this lesson, we will discover more about them.
What Is Their Main Difference?
The main difference between 'even though' and 'even so' is in the meaning they convey. 'Even though' is used to mean 'despite' while 'even so' is used to mean 'nevertheless.'
Meaning
'Even though' and 'even so' are different in meaning. 'Even though' is used to show that something is happening in spite of a hurdle. 'Even so' is used to show a surprising fact about what was said earlier.
He won the game,
It was cold outside but
Position in a Sentence
'Even though' is used at the beginning of the dependent clause. We can also use it at the beginning of the sentence and the middle of the two clauses. 'Even so' is used at the beginning of the main clause.
He had little experience in the field;
The weather was terrible, but
The show was being cancelled
The company is bankrupt,
Why Are They Confused?
'Even though' and 'even so' are confused as they are close in pronounciation.
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