What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
altho
Example
Altho it was raining, we still went for a walk. [altho: conjunction]
Example
I'm going to the party altho I don't know many people there. [altho: conjunction]
although
Example
Although it was raining, we still went for a walk. [although: conjunction]
Example
Although he studied hard, he didn't pass the exam. [although: conjunction]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Although is more commonly used than altho in everyday language. Although is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while altho is less common and mostly used in informal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between altho and although?
Although is considered standard English and appropriate for all contexts, while altho is informal and may be considered slang or colloquial language. Therefore, although is more formal than altho.
