even if

selbst wenn, auch wenn

Zeigt, dass etwas weiterhin gilt, egal ob etwas anderes geschieht oder nicht.

In einfachem Englisch: 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.

So benutzt man es: even if + clause (We will hold the party even if it rains.)

Synonyme: whether or not

Häufige Wendungen: even if necessary, even if possible, even if someone refuses

obwohl, auch wenn

Nennt eine wirkliche Tatsache, die an der Aussage nichts ändert.

In einfachem Englisch: 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.

So benutzt man es: even if + clause (It is a useful book, even if some chapters are rather long.)

Synonyme: although, even though

Häufige Wendungen: even if imperfect, even if expensive, even if somewhat small