dẫu rằng

Thân thiện

Dẫu rằng trời mưa rất to, chúng tôi vẫn quyết định lên đường.

Definition

1. Conjunction:
   • Even though, although: "dẫu rằng" is a conjunction used to introduce a subordinate clause that expresses a concession or contrast, indicating that something is true or happens despite another fact. It is synonymous with "mặc dù," "tuy rằng," or "dù rằng."

Usage Examples

• Conjunction:
  • Dẫu rằng trời mưa, chúng tôi vẫn sẽ đi dã ngoại. (Even though it is raining, we will still go on the picnic.)
  • Anh ấy vẫn lạc quan, dẫu rằng gặp nhiều khó khăn. (He remains optimistic, although he faces many difficulties.)
  • Dẫu rằng cô ấy rất bận, cô ấy luôn dành thời gian cho gia đình. (Even though she is very busy, she always makes time for her family.)

Advanced Usage

• "Dẫu rằng... nhưng...": This structure is commonly used to emphasize the contrast. The main clause often follows with "nhưng" (but), "vẫn" (still), or "song" (yet).
  • Dẫu rằng công việc mới khó khăn, nhưng tôi sẽ cố gắng hết sức. (Even though the new job is difficult, I will try my best.)
  • Dẫu rằng anh ta đã xin lỗi, cô ấy vẫn không tha thứ. (Although he apologized, she still did not forgive him.)

Variants and Related Words

• Dù rằng (conjunction): Even though, although. A more common variant with identical meaning and usage.
  • Dù rằng đường xa, tôi vẫn sẽ đến. (Even though the road is long, I will still come.)
• Mặc dù (conjunction): Although, though. The most standard and frequently used synonym.
• Tuy rằng (conjunction): Although. A slightly more formal synonym.

Synonyms

• Mặc dù: Although.
• Tuy rằng: Although.
• Cho dù: Even if, although (often used for hypothetical concessions).

Related Phrases and Idioms

• Dẫu rằng có thế nào đi nữa: No matter what happens, come what may. This phrase emphasizes an unwavering stance despite any circumstance.
  • Dẫu rằng có thế nào đi nữa, tôi cũng sẽ ủng hộ bạn. (No matter what happens, I will still support you.)
• Dẫu rằng sao chăng nữa: Be that as it may, nevertheless. Used to introduce a contrasting point or conclusion.
  • Dẫu rằng sao chăng nữa, chúng ta phải tiếp tục tiến lên. (Be that as it may, we must continue to move forward.)

Học thuật

1. như dù rằng