even though vs even if

Both 'even though' and 'even if' are correct phrases in English, but they are used in different contexts. 'Even though' is used to introduce a contrast or concession, while 'even if' is used to introduce a hypothetical situation. They are not interchangeable.

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even though

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to introduce a contrast or concession.

Use 'even though' to introduce a contrast or concession in a sentence. It is used to show a relationship between two contrasting ideas.

Examples:

Even though it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.
Even though she was tired, she stayed up to finish her work.

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Alternatives:

although
despite the fact that
while
notwithstanding the fact that
regardless of the fact that

even if

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to introduce a hypothetical situation.

Use 'even if' to introduce a hypothetical situation or condition. It is used to talk about a situation that may or may not happen.

Examples:

Even if it rains, we will still have the picnic.
Even if she doesn't come, we will go ahead with the plan.

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And even if British cars were terrible...
Find words even if they are misspelled.
Get things fixed right away, even if it means fighting with the landlord.
Ms. Korn, even if I had the authority to delay his arrest...
He would have it even if he were poor.
You'd have this job even if you weren't my son-in-law.
No, even if we roughed him up.
They see the mark, and even if you...
Fortunately, he couldn't help them even if he wanted to.
Not without good qualities... even if very few.
Tell me, even if you're scared.
You'd be amazed, even if three people...
I have to try, even if it's risky.
You'd show her even if she didn't.
You'll be fine even if you go alone.
It still hurts even if it was just a dream.
But even if you meant it, it's impossible.
We'll still love you, even if it blows.
Everybody spoils and pampers her, even if she's annoying.
Promise me she will even if Daddy says no.

Alternatives:

even in the event that
even supposing that
even granting that
even on the assumption that
even allowing that

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