French Expression · Intermediate
Même si
Even if / Although
Pronunciation: MEM sih
Meaning
Used to introduce a clause that expresses a condition or a concession.
Example
Même si j'étais fatigué, j'ai fini le travail.
Even if I was tired, I finished the work.
Practice tips
- Practice Même si out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French expression is for intermediate-level learners.