即使 (jíshǐ) is a conjunction used to express concession, meaning “even if / even though.” It introduces a hypothetical or assumed situation that does not change the result stated in the main clause.
Struture:
即使 + situation / condition + 也 + result
The key idea is: no matter what happens, the outcome remains the same.
Meaning nuance:
The clause after 即使 is often a supposition (sometimes extreme or unlikely).
The clause with 也 emphasizes that the result still holds true, contradicting what one might expect.
Sample Sentences
即使很忙，我也会给你打电话。Even if I’m very busy, I’ll still call you.
即使下雨，他们也决定出去走走。Even if it rains, they decided to go for a walk.
即使没人理解他，他也坚持自己的选择。Even if no one understands him, he still sticks to his choice.
In a Text
即使生活中遇到很多困难，我们也不能轻易放弃。有时候，计划不会按照我们期待的方向发展，即使付出了很多努力，也不一定马上看到结果。但只要继续前进，慢慢积累经验，就一定会有所收获。即使身边的人不理解你的选择，也要相信自己，坚持走下去。
按照 (ànzhào): according to; in accordance with
付出 (fùchū): to put in (effort, time, money); to give; to devote
积累 (jīlěi): to accumulate; to build up (experience, knowledge)
收获 (shōuhuò): to harvest; to gain; to reap (results, benefits)
Even if we encounter many difficulties in life, we shouldn’t give up easily. Sometimes, things don’t go according to what we expect, and even if we put in a lot of effort, we may not see results right away. But as long as we keep moving forward and gradually accumulate experience, we will eventually gain something. Even if the people around you don’t understand your choices, you should still believe in yourself and keep going.
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