even if

[/ˈiːvən ɪf/]

conjunction

mesmo que; mesmo se; ainda que

1. used to introduce a condition or hypothetical situation that does not change the main statement; regardless of whether something happens or is true

Even if it rains, we will go to the party.

Mesmo que chova, iremos à festa.

2. used to emphasize that something is true in all circumstances or despite obstacles

Even if you don't believe me, it's the truth.

Ainda que você não acredite em mim, é a verdade.

Synonyms

even though though although regardless of whether

Antonyms

only if provided that unless

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

mesmo que; ainda que

most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese

São Paulo

mesmo que; até mesmo que

common in formal and informal speech

Portugal

mesmo que; conquanto; ainda que

conquanto is more formal and literary

Related Idioms & Phrases

even if push comes to shove

even if the world ends

even if it kills me

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