conjunction Common

albeit

awl-BEE-iht

Albeit (conjunction) means even though; although. Example: “She finished the marathon, albeit slowly.”

conjunction

Even though; although.

"She finished the marathon, albeit slowly."

"The plan worked, albeit not quite the way we expected."

How to Use Albeit

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA single-word way of saying "although" or "even though," usually placed mid-sentence before a qualifying detail.

When to use it

Fairly formal; common in writing, less so in casual speech.

Easily confused with

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Etymology

A fusion of the Middle English phrase "al be it (that)," literally "although it be that."

Origin: Middle English

Rhymes for albeit

deceit conceit forfeit Fahrenheit gesundheit counterfeit

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “albeit” mean?

The word “albeit” means even though; although. In plain terms, a single-word way of saying "although" or "even though," usually placed mid-sentence before a qualifying detail.

How do you pronounce “albeit”?

“Albeit” is pronounced awl-BEE-iht (/ɔlˈbi.ət/ in IPA).

How do you use “albeit” in a sentence?

Here is “albeit” used in a sentence: “She finished the marathon, albeit slowly.”

What part of speech is “albeit”?

“Albeit” is a conjunction.

Where does the word “albeit” come from?

The word “albeit” comes from Middle English. A fusion of the Middle English phrase "al be it (that)," literally "although it be that.".

Is “albeit” a common word?

“Albeit” is a fairly common word in modern English.

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