JLPT N1

～といえども

Although ~; Even though ~

Structure

Noun + といえども Plain form + といえども

How it works

This expression is used to acknowledge a certain fact or status, but then state that despite this, something contrary or unexpected happens. It implies a sense of 'even if that's the case'.

Examples

専門家といえども、間違いを犯すことはある。

Even an expert can make mistakes.

Common mistakes

Using it in casual conversation; it's quite formal.

Tip

Substitute 'even though it is X' in formal writing.

More JLPT N1 grammar

いかんによらずをもってをものともせずともなるとであれたりとも~ないに足る極まりない

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