aun si
/aun si/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'even though' can be translated into Spanish using aun si. Wiktionary also lists aunque and a pesar de.
Meaning: although (conj)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| aun si | /aun si/ (from spelling rules) | |
| aunque | /ˈaunke/ /awnke/ |
|
| a pesar de | /a peˈsaɾ de/ | |
| maguer | /maˈɡeɾ/ | archaic |
| si bien | /si ˈbjen/ | |
| bien que | /ˈbjen ke/ | |
| aun cuando | /ˌaun ˈkwando/ |
The conjunction aunque is a way to say 'even though' in Spanish. Other forms like a pesar de or si bien can also be used.
Which one should you use?
The phrase a pesar de means 'despite' or 'in spite of' and must be followed by an infinitive or a noun phrase, rather than a conjugated clause. Other options include aun si, aunque, si bien, bien que and aun cuando.
How does it change in a sentence?
When using aunque, the choice of mood (indicative vs. subjunctive) depends on whether the fact is certain or hypothetical. Additionally, a pesar de must be followed by an infinitive or a noun phrase, rather than a conjugated clause.
How do you pronounce it?
/aun si/
Did you know?
- The word pesar in the phrase a pesar de comes from the Latin 'pensare', which means 'to weigh'. This makes the phrase literally 'despite the weight of', as if a certain fact were a heavy burden being overcome.
Examples in context
- Aunque llueva, jugará al golf.Even though it is raining, he will play golf.This sentence shows how to use aunque with a conjugated verb.Tatoeba #1437305 by peibolvig, translation #40758 by Zifre
- Iré al baile aunque no te guste.I'm going to the dance, even though you don't like it.This sentence shows how to use aunque to express a contrast.Tatoeba #987211 by Shishir, translation #1559440 by sam_m
- A pesar de ser pobre, era feliz.Even though he was poor, he was happy.This sentence demonstrates that a pesar de is followed by an infinitive.Tatoeba #1130959 by Shishir, translation #389187 by CK
- Aunque está lloviendo, iremos a la playa.Even though it is raining, we will go to the beach.
- A pesar de que está cansado, continúa trabajando.Even though he's tired, he continues working.
- Aunque llueva, iremos a la fiesta.Even though it may rain, we will go to the party.
- Aunque lloviera, igual salíamos.Even though it was raining, we would still go out.
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Example conversation
María and Daniel are discussing a potential outdoor event.
- MaríaIremos al parque aun si hace frío.We will go to the park even if it is cold.
- DanielPero Daniel no quiere caminar bajo el viento.But Daniel does not want to walk in the wind.
- MaríaAun si hay viento, podemos usar abrigos.Even if it is windy, we can use coats.
- DanielEstá bien, iré contigo entonces.All right, I will go with you then.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “even though” translations and entries aunque, a pesar de, maguer, si bien, bien que, aun cuando, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries a, a pesar de, aun, aunque, de, maguer, pesar, si, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
