although; even though (often used correlatively with [[可是|可是|ke3 shi4]] or [[但是|但是|dan4 shi4]] etc)

although; though; even though

Introduces a statement of fact that contrasts with the main clause; although or even though.

although; even though; despite the fact that

honorable even in defeat

lit. although dead, as if still alive; still with us in spirit

To die a glorious death; to be honored even in death.

though small, a minor component or detail can have a disproportionately large impact or carry great weight

The sparrow may be small but all its vital organs are there; small in scale but fully equipped with all essential parts.

Although the peony is beautiful, it depends entirely on help from the green leaves; even a brilliant person needs the support of others.

Although the peony is beautiful, it depends entirely on help from its leaves; even the most brilliant individual cannot succeed without support from others.

Although the peony is beautiful, it depends entirely on help from the green leaves; even the most brilliant person needs support from others.

(slang) arriving late but showing up eventually

be that as it may

Although the peony is beautiful, it depends entirely on its green leaves; however brilliant you may be, you cannot succeed without the support of others.