Hoci

Hoci is a conjunction in the Slovak language that expresses concession, corresponding to the English words "although" or "even though." It introduces a concessive subordinate clause that contrasts with the main clause.

In usage, hoci is typically followed by a subordinate clause that can use the indicative or conditional mood, and it is usually placed at the beginning of the sentence. A common construction is: Hoci bolo chladno, išli sme von. This structure highlights a contrast between what might have been expected and what actually occurred. The phrase can also appear in extended forms such as hoci aj, which reinforces the sense of concession in more emphatic contexts.

Hoci is a standard feature of Slovak grammar and is widely used in both spoken and written Slovak. It is not a standalone verb or noun, but a functional word that helps convey nuance in statements, opinions, and narrative.

The word is primarily associated with Slovak, but it has cognates or similar concessive expressions in related Slavic languages, reflecting shared grammatical patterns for expressing contrast and concession.

See also: Slovak language, conjunctions, concession in grammar.