No. 45 in Vietnamese
tuy
The Vietnamese word "tuy" means "although" or "even though."
In a sentence
Tuy trời mưa nhưng tôi vẫn đi học.
Although it is raining, I still go to school.
The word "tuy" is used here to introduce a concessive clause, meaning 'although' or 'even though', indicating contrast or opposition.
Cô ấy có vẻ mệt, tuy nhiên cô ấy vẫn tiếp tục làm việc.
She seems tired, however, she still continues to work.
Here, "tuy nhiên" (where "tuy" is part of this construction) is used as a conjunction meaning 'however', denoting a contrast between clauses.
Tuy bạn bận rộn, bạn nên dành thời gian nghỉ ngơi.
Even though you are busy, you should take time to rest.
Once again, "tuy" serves to introduce a concessive clause, emphasizing the contrast between being busy and the recommendation to rest.
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