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"Aun" is a form of "aun", an adverb which is often translated as "even". "Aunque" is a conjunction which is often translated as "even though". Learn more about the difference between "aun" and "aunque" below.
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An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. even
Aun los atletas profesionales necesitan descansar de vez en cuando.Even professional athletes have to rest every once in a while.
El crucero fue todo una experiencia. ¡Aun vimos ballenas!The cruise was an amazing experience. We even saw whales!
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A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences (e.g., The cat and the dog slept.).
conjunction
a. even though
Aunque está lloviendo, el paisaje está precioso.Even though it's raining, the scenery is beautiful.
b. although
Aunque no quedaba mucho tiempo, terminaron la carrera.Although there wasn't much time left, they finished the race.
a. even if
Me encanta ver partidos de baloncesto aunque no sepa lo que está pasando.I love watching basketball games even if I don't know what's going on.
b. although
La pizza está rica aunque no es la mejor que he probado.It's a tasty pizza although it's not the best I've tried.
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