even if

aunque, incluso si

Indica que algo seguirá siendo cierto, ocurra o no otra cosa.

En inglés sencillo: Used to say something will still be true whether or not another thing happens.

• I will go even if it rains.
• Even if you disagree, please listen to her reasons.
• He would help us even if we could not pay him.

Cómo se usa: even if + clause (We will hold the party even if it rains.)

Sinónimos: whether or not

Expresiones frecuentes: even if necessary, even if possible, even if someone refuses

aunque, a pesar de que

Introduce un hecho real que no cambia lo que se afirma.

En inglés sencillo: Used to mention a real fact that does not change what you are saying.

• The room is comfortable, even if it is small.
• She did well, even if she finished last.
• His answer was honest, even if it hurt my feelings.

Cómo se usa: even if + clause (It is a useful book, even if some chapters are rather long.)

Sinónimos: although, even though

Expresiones frecuentes: even if imperfect, even if expensive, even if somewhat small