SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION

wiewohl/viˈvoːl/although; though; albeit

wiewohl is a German subordinating conjunction that means although, though, or albeit. It is pronounced /viˈvoːl/.

Definitions

1.although; even though(formal written language, concessive)

a.used to introduce a subordinate clause that expresses a fact despite which the main clause is true

Er nahm die Aufgabe an, wiewohl sie sehr schwierig war.—He accepted the task, although it was very difficult.

Frequently asked questions

What does "wiewohl" mean in English?
"wiewohl" means although, though, or albeit. It is a German subordinating conjunction.
How do you pronounce "wiewohl"?
"wiewohl" is pronounced /viˈvoːl/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "wiewohl"?
"wiewohl" is a subordinating conjunction in German.

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