even so meaning

Definition of even so

1. despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
   • although I'm a little afraid, however I'd like to try it
   • while we disliked each other, nevertheless we agreed
   • he was a stern yet fair master
   • granted that it is dangerous, all the same I still want to go

   Synonyms: however, nevertheless, withal, still, yet, all the same, nonetheless, notwithstanding, at the same time

even so in a sentence

• He has nothing to eat, not even so much as a piece of bread.
• I'm exhausted, but even so, I can't fall asleep!
• They seem a little past their peak, but even so we enjoyed the beautiful cherry blossoms.
• The sun is currently in a period of low activity but even so large sunspots occasionally appear.
• Even so, it's sad, don't you think?

How to pronounce even so

even so is pronounced /ˈiːvən səʊ/ in British English and /ˈivɪn soʊ/ in American English. It has 3 syllables.