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Tuy trời mưa, các cầu thủ vẫn thi đấu hết mình.

Definition

Adverb - Though, although: A word used to introduce a subordinate clause that states a fact or condition which is contrary to what might be expected in the main clause. It expresses a concession or contrast, meaning "despite the fact that" or "even though."

Usage
  • Structure: The word 'tuy' is used at the beginning of a concessive clause. The main clause often contains a contrasting conjunction like 'nhưng' (but), 'song' (yet), 'vẫn' (still), or 'mà'.
    • Common pattern: Tuy + [contrary fact/condition], (nhưng) + [main contrasting result].
  • Function: It acknowledges a potential obstacle or opposing fact, then states that the main action or situation occurs regardless.
Usage Examples
  • Tuy ốm nhưng bạn ấy vẫn đến lớp.
    • Though she was sick, she still came to class.
  • Tuy trời mưa, chúng tôi vẫn đi dạo.
    • Although it was raining, we still went for a walk.
  • Công việc này tuy khó nhưng rất thú vị.
    • This job is difficult, but (it is) very interesting.
  • Tuy đã cảnh báo, anh ấy vẫn không nghe.
    • Even though I warned him, he still didn't listen.
Advanced Usage
  • "Tuy nhiên": This is a fixed phrase that functions as a conjunctive adverb meaning "however," "nevertheless," or "nonetheless." It is used to start a new sentence that contrasts with the previous one.
    • Anh ấy rất bận. Tuy nhiên, anh ấy luôn dành thời gian cho gia đình.
    • He is very busy. However, he always makes time for his family.
  • "Tuy rằng" / "Tuy là": These are more emphatic or formal variants of 'tuy', also meaning "although."
    • Tuy rằng hoàn cảnh khó khăn, cô ấy không từ bỏ.
    • Although the circumstances were difficult, she did not give up.
Variants and Related Words
  • Tuy nhiên (conjunctive adverb): however, nevertheless.
  • Tuy rằng (conjunction): although, even though (more formal/emphatic).
  • Tuy là (conjunction): although, even though.
  • Dù / Mặc dù (conjunctions): although, even though (common synonyms).
Synonyms
  • Dù: Though, even if. (Can be used interchangeably with in many cases, but can also imply "even if" for hypothetical situations).
  • Mặc dù: Although, despite the fact that. (A very common and direct synonym).
  • Cho dù: Even if, even though. (Emphasizes a strong concession).
Related Idioms/Phrases
  • Tuy nhỏ nhưng có võ: An idiom meaning "small but mighty" or "though small, it is powerful." It highlights an unexpected capability despite a seeming disadvantage.
    • Chiếc điện thoại này tuy nhỏ nhưng có võ.
    • This phone is small but powerful.
tuy

Tuy trời mưa, các cầu thủ vẫn thi đấu hết mình.

adv
  1. though

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