How to use THOUGH correctly | English Grammar

September 18, 2023

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Learn how to use “though” correctly. This is a word that native speakers use very frequently, so it’s important that you know how to use it!

Intermediate to advanced English grammar.

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Note on commas and “though”:
1. When the though/although clause (part of the sentence) comes before the main clause, we normally put a comma at the end of the clause. When the main clause comes first, we do not need to use a comma.

For example:

Though it was cold outside, I went for a walk.

I went for a walk though it was cold.

Although I had barely slept, I passed the exam.

I passed the exam although I had barely slept.

2. When it is used before an adjective in a reduced clause, you should put a comma after and before (if applicable) the clause.

For example:

Though small, the cat can run fast. (after)

The cat, though small, can run fast. (before and after)

Although very interested, Ryan didn’t show any emotion during the presentation. (after)

Ryan, although very interested, didn’t show any emotion during the presentation. (before and after)

3. When “though” comes at the end of a sentence or after “thanks” or “thank you”, you should put a comma before it.