albeit
Say it: awl-BEE-it /ɔlˈbiɪt/ · conjunction
What “albeit” means
Although, or even though.
More precisely: Although; even though.
Example: “We made progress, albeit more slowly than we'd hoped.”
When to use it
In fairly formal speech or writing, when adding a limitation to something you have just said.
Memory trick
It comes from 'al be it', meaning 'although it be'.
Similar words
although, though, even if
Where it comes from
From Middle English "al be it," meaning "although it be."
Quick check
You enjoyed the walk, although it was rather muddy. Which word could replace 'although' before 'rather muddy'?
therefore or albeit?
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albeit
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