TOUGH VS ALTHOUGH
"though" vs. "although" : Meaning: They mean the same thing: "in spite of the fact that" or to show a contrast. Formality/Usage: Although is generally considered more formal and is preferred at the beginning of a sentence in formal writing. Though is more common and versatile . It can be used formally, but it's often used informally or conversationally. It can also be placed at the end of a sentence as an adverb (which although cannot do). Key differences Function and flexibility: Both introduce contrast, but though can also act as an adverb meaning “however” or “nevertheless,” while although is only a conjunction Formality and register : Although is preferred in formal writing; though is more frequent in spoken and informal language. Placement and punctuation : When the subordinate clause comes first, both usually take a comma; though is commonly used at the end of a sentence as a short contrasting afterthought (e.g., “I liked it, th...