JLPT N2Grammar
～とはいえ
even so, although, that said
Intermediate
20-25 min
common
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Explanation
Acknowledges something but presents a contrasting fact.
Formation
[Sentence] + とはいえ
Examples
春だとはいえ、まだ寒い日もある。
Haru da to wa ie, mada samui hi mo aru.
Even so it's spring, there are still cold days.
便利だとはいえ、高すぎる。
Benri da to wa ie, takasugiru.
Although it's convenient, it's too expensive.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
More formal than といっても.
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Study Tips
Memory Aids
- •とは + いえ = even if we say
Practice Tips
Use for formal contrasts.
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