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Although / Despite

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  • The King of England was crowned this year despite to wait for a long time.  Good or bad English?
    Bad
  • Despite the fact that the building is new, there are some problems with the plumbing. Good or bad English?
    Good
  • What's the difference between 'although' and 'even though'?
    'Even though' is stronger, it suggests more of a shock or surprise.
  • Cars are a big waste of money ........................ you do need one if you live in the country.
    although
  • ........................ being necessary for democracy, politicians are still liars and thieves.
    despite
  • The best things in life are free ........................ love is often very expensive.
    although
  • Valencia is a fantastic place ........................  being too hot in July and August.
    despite
  •  ........................ she didn't want to see The Lord of the Rings, she enjoyed it in the end.
    although
  • Although +
    Subject + verb (clause)
  • She’s a great person ........................ getting jealous over stupid things sometimes
    despite
  • Despite +
    verb-ing or noun phrase
  • Although disliking the heat, she often travelled in summer. Good or bad English?
    Bad
  • Despite of being ill, she went to work. Good or bad English?
    Bad.
  • She decided to go abroad for a year ........................ loving her boyfriend very much.
    despite
  • _______________ my warnings, he kept on smoking
    Despite
  • I phone my brother in Thailand using Skype nearly every day ........................ the time difference.
    despite
  • They visited Madrid ........................ they didn't have time to visit El Prado.
    Although
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