Definitions
- Used to introduce a contrasting or contradictory statement. - Used to indicate an exception or limitation to a previous statement. - Used to connect two ideas that are in opposition to each other.
- Used to introduce a contrasting or unexpected statement. - Used to express a concession or acknowledge a fact that goes against the main point. - Used to add a surprising or contradictory element to a sentence.
List of Similarities
- 1Both but and though are used to introduce contrasting or contradictory statements.
- 2Both can be used as conjunctions to connect two ideas.
- 3Both can be used as adverbs to add a surprising or unexpected element to a sentence.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: But is more commonly used than though in everyday language.
- 2Position: But is usually placed between two clauses, while though can be placed at the beginning or within a clause.
- 3Connotation: Though often implies a greater degree of surprise or unexpectedness compared to but.
- 4Formality: Though is generally considered more formal than but.
Remember this!
But and though are both used to introduce contrasting or contradictory statements. However, but is more commonly used and has a broader range of applications. It is typically placed between two clauses and can be used as both a conjunction and an adverb. On the other hand, though is less common and carries a stronger connotation of surprise or unexpectedness. It can be placed at the beginning or within a clause and is generally considered more formal.
