conquanto

[kõ.kwɐ̃.tu]

conjunction

although, even though, notwithstanding

1. used to introduce a clause that contrasts with or qualifies the main clause; expressing concession

Although he was tired, he continued working.

Conquanto estivesse cansado, ele continuou trabalhando.

2. archaic or formal: used to indicate that something is true despite an opposing circumstance

Notwithstanding the difficulties, they succeeded.

Conquanto as dificuldades, eles tiveram sucesso.

Synonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

embora, ainda que

conquanto is less common in modern Brazilian Portuguese; embora and ainda que are preferred

Portugal

conquanto, embora

conquanto is more commonly used in formal and literary Portuguese

Formal/Literary

conquanto

primarily used in formal writing and classical texts

conquanto seja verdade que - although it is true that

conquanto difícil - although difficult

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