Pronunciation: [ɔːlbˈiːɪt] (IPA) 
The word "albeit" is spelled with three syllables, pronounced as "awl-bee-it" in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is stressed, with a diphthong sound /ɔː/ followed by /l/. The second syllable is unstressed with a short/ɪ/ sound and the third syllable has a stressed /ɪt/sound. Even though this conjunction might be rarely used in casual conversations, it is a useful word to show contrast and agreement in more formal writing.
Albeit is a conjunction that is used to introduce a statement that contrasts or qualifies the previous clause. It is derived from the Middle English phrase "al be it," meaning "although it be." Albeit is typically used to acknowledge a fact or condition that is true, while simultaneously presenting an opposing or different perspective. It is often employed to acknowledge a limited or subsidiary clause that is contrary to the main idea expressed in the preceding clause.
Albeit can be used to add a contrasting idea, express a concession, or indicate a slight deviation from the main point. It is considered a more formal variant of the word "although" or "even though." The word is frequently seen in academic writing, literature, legal documents, and other formal contexts.
This conjunction is used to bring attention to an alternative viewpoint or to acknowledge a specific condition despite it being contradictory to what was previously stated. It serves as a way to provide balance and nuance to a statement, allowing for a more comprehensive and complete understanding of a subject matter. Albeit is a powerful tool in writing and speech, as it helps to maintain the flow of thoughts while introducing a contrasting or qualifying statement.
Although: notwithstanding.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word albeit is derived from Middle English al be it, which can be broken down into three parts: al meaning although or even though, be meaning to be, and it being a pronoun. The term was first recorded in the 14th century and gradually transformed into the modern form albeit.
