虽然 suīrán
although / even though
虽然 (suīrán) means "although / even though" in Chinese and is one of the highest-frequency words in the Speak1000 curriculum.
Words used with 虽然
虽然
suīrán
although / even though
有名
yǒumíng
famous
值得
zhídé
to be worth it
请客
qǐngkè
to treat someone (to a meal, etc.)
意思
yìsi
meaning; interest (in 有意思)
香
xiāng
fragrant
苦
kǔ
bitter
Frequently asked questions
What does 虽然 (suīrán) mean in Chinese?
虽然 (suīrán) means "although / even though" in Chinese. 虽然 (suīrán) means "although / even though" in Chinese and is one of the highest-frequency words in the Speak1000 curriculum.
How do you use 虽然 in a sentence?
Use 虽然 (suīrán) the way you would use "although / even though" in English, then build longer sentences by adding words you already know around it.
What words are commonly used with 虽然?
Common words that pair with 虽然 include 虽然. Learning these together helps you build complete, natural sentences instead of isolated vocabulary.
What is the difference between 虽然 (suīrán) and 因为 (yīnwèi)?
Both are high-frequency Chinese words taught early in Speak1000. 虽然 means "although / even though"; 因为 means "because / due to". The fastest way to tell them apart is to hear each one used in real sentences — our free lessons drill every word in context so the contrast becomes natural.
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