即使 (jí shǐ) — even if, even though (marks hypothetical concession)
Definition
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)
Examples
- 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.
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