即使 (jí shǐ) — even if, even though (marks hypothetical concession)

Définition

Marks a hypothetical or conceded condition ('even if') — pairs naturally with 也 in the result clause. Stronger/more hypothetical than 虽然 (which states a real fact), and slightly more formal than the spoken 就算.

conjunction
even ifeven though (marks hypothetical concession)

Exemples

  • 即使
    jí shǐ Nǐ bù shuō, wǒ yě zhī dào.
    Even if you don't say it, I still know.
  • 即使
    jí shǐ Míng tiān guā fēng, wǒ men yě yào qù gōng yuán.
    Even if it's windy tomorrow, we still have to go to the park.
  • 即使
    jí shǐ Kǎo shì hěn nán, tā yě bú huì fàng qì.
    Even if the exam is very hard, he won't give up.

Grammaire

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