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“Even if” with 即使 (jíshǐ) /就算 (jiùsuàn)

An English guide to “Even if” with 即使 (jíshǐ) /就算 (jiùsuàn), with structures, examples, and practical usage notes.

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“Even if” with 即使 (jíshǐ) /就算 (jiùsuàn)

Overview

This English reference introduces ““Even if” with 即使 (jíshǐ) /就算 (jiùsuàn)” and focuses on the information most useful when reading Chinese.

Structure

即使/就算 + possibility + (也) + inevitable result/conclusion

Examples

即使

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Even if it rains, we still have to go out.

,。

Even if you say it incorrectly, it doesn’t matter.

,。

Even if you fail the exam, you shouldn’t give up on studying.

就算

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,。

Even if no one helps, I can complete this task on my own.

,。

Even if no one supports me, I will still keep on writing novels.

,。

Even if it’s the end of the world, I want to be with you.

Usage notes

Alternatives to 即使/就算

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Comparing 即使 / 就算 and 虽然

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,。
,。

Although work is very busy, I will still make time for my family.

Comparing 即使 / 就算 and 无论 / 不管

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,。

Even if it rains, I will still go.

,。

Regardless of whether it rains or it’s sunny, I will go.

,。

No matter what the weather is like, I will go.

Alternatives to 也

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,。

Even in winter, he goes running every morning.

,。

Even if it rains, we will still go to play football.

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