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~といっても (〜to ittemo)

JLPT N3

Explanation

Express the meaning 'even though', 'although', 'but'.

Formation

Detailed explanation

The ~といっても grammar point is used to show a contrast or clarify that 'even though' something is the case, it does not necessarily lead to the expected result. It can be translated as 'even though', 'although', or 'but'.

Examples

Kare wa yuumei da to ittemo, minna ni shirarete iru wake de wa arimasen.

Even though he's famous, it doesn't mean everyone knows him.

Kono suupu wa karai to ittemo, watashi ni wa choudo ii desu.

Although this soup is spicy, it's just right for me.

Kanojo wa wakai desu ga, keiken ga aru to ittemo, mada shinjin desu.

She's young, and although she has some experience, she's still a newcomer.

Kono resutoran wa takai da to ittemo, oishii ryouri ga taberareru node kachi ga arimasu.

Even though this restaurant is expensive, it's worth it because you can enjoy delicious dishes.

Practice

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