αν και — meaning in English

English meaning

• although conj Despite the fact that; used to introduce a contrast or concession.
• but conjunction Used to introduce a contrast or exception to what was just said.
• though conj Despite the fact that; although.
• while noun A period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.

Senses

αν και is used for these senses in English:

• although Though, even though, in spite of or despite the fact that: introducing a clause that expresses a concession.
• but However, although, nevertheless, on the other hand (introducing a clause contrary to prior belief or in contrast with the preceding clause or sentence).
• but (obsolete) Except with; unless with; without.
• though Despite the fact that; although.
• while Although.

but — full definition

1. conjunction Used to introduce a contrast or exception to what was just said.
2. preposition Except for; apart from.
3. adverb Only; merely; just.

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