even · adv
even if ()
B2 whether or not
Dictionary examples:
Even if you take a taxi, you'll still miss your train. (29.2)
even though ()
B2 although
Dictionary examples:
He still smokes even though he's got asthma. (56.8)
Even though he left school at 16, he still managed to become a millionaire. (63.5)
even so
C1 used to emphasize that something surprising is true despite what you have just said
Dictionary examples:
Car prices have gone down a lot, but even so, we couldn't afford to buy one. (43.8)
break even
C1 to make as much money as you spent, but no more
Dictionary examples:
The company only managed to break even this year. (21.8)
even (SURPRISE)
A2 used to emphasize something that is surprising
Dictionary examples:
The cat ate everything - even my homework! (0.0)
The teacher was so happy, she even danced on the table! (0.0)
The dog can do many tricks - he can even make coffee! (0.0)
Everyone danced - even Mick. (11.6)
It's a very difficult job - it might even take a year to finish it. (18.9)
even (EMPHASIS)
B1 used to emphasize a comparison
Dictionary examples:
My boss's new rules are even more confusing than the old ones! (0.0)
The new video game is even more addictive than social media! (0.0)
My grandma's Wi-Fi password is even longer than her life story! (0.0)
It's even more difficult to find work. (14.9)
I think Alex is going to be even taller than his father. (16.7)
The next 36 hours will be even colder, with snow showers just about everywhere. (20.6)
Her last film was even better. (28.5)
not even
B1 used to emphasize the fact that something does not happen or is not true
Dictionary examples:
The student doesn't study, not even when exams are tomorrow! (0.0)
My phone never rings, not even when I call it myself! (0.0)
He's so lazy, he doesn't move, not even when the house is on fire! (0.0)
Nobody spoke, not even the children. (12.2)
"I never cry." "Not even when you hurt yourself really badly?" (15.1)