even if

たとえしても、だとしても

あることが起きても起きなくても、結果は変わらないと示す。

やさしい英語で： 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.

使い方： even if + clause (We will hold the party even if it rains.)

類義語： whether or not

よく使う表現： even if necessary, even if possible, even if someone refuses

とはいえ、ではあるが

実際にある事実を認めても、述べる内容は変わらないと示す。

やさしい英語で： 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.

使い方： even if + clause (It is a useful book, even if some chapters are rather long.)

類義語： although, even though

よく使う表現： even if imperfect, even if expensive, even if somewhat small