N1

Even though / Although it is true that...

Plain form / N + といえども

Used to acknowledge a fact while contrasting it with another situation or result, applicable in both written and spoken contexts.

Examples

  • 昇進したといえども、彼の仕事はまだ簡単ではない。

    Even though he was promoted, his work is still not easy.

  • 成功したといえども、多くの試練を乗り越えてきた。

    Although he succeeded, he has overcome many trials.

  • 高級車を所有しているといえども、それが幸せにつながるとは限らない。

    Even if one owns a luxury car, it doesn’t necessarily lead to happiness.

Quick check

昇進した___、彼の仕事はまだ簡単ではない。

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