Why do people use Tho instead of though?

The contraction “tho” is equivalent to the word “though”. The cumbersome, traditional spelling is archaic and despised by many modern people. If enough people start spelling it “tho” as they frantically tap away on their smart phones, then that will soon become the preferred spelling.

Which is correct through or thru?

Through can be a preposition, an adjective, and an adverb. Through is the only formally accepted spelling of the word. Thru is an alternate spelling that should be used only in informal writing or when referring to drive-throughs.

What is the difference of though and tho?

As conjunctions the difference between tho and though is that tho is (dialectal) when while though is despite the fact that; although.

Is the word Tho formal?

or tho’ an informal, simplified spelling of though.

What does Thoo mean?

thoo is used to address a friend, a family member or someone younger.

Can I end a sentence with though?

Yes, it’s true, you can put though at the beginning, in the middle and at the end of sentences. We can use though, and although, or even though at the beginning of a subordinate clause to mark a contrast with the idea in the main clause. We can also put though at the end of the contrasting clause.

When did thru become a word?

Modern use originated in American English as a phonetic and simplified spelling of through around 1839. The spelling had previously been one of several used in Middle English.

Where did tho originate?

It is thought to have originated among internet users in urban areas first and then spread out widely with the rise in popularity of social media. It was used as a way to shortened and easier way to type the word though without typing it completely out reducing time in sending electronic communication back and forth.

When did tho become a word?

While never extremely common, tho and thru have a long history of occasional use as spelling variants of though and through. Their greatest popularity occurred in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when their adoption was advocated by spelling reformers.

Is Tho a slang word?

The internet slang term “tho” is a contraction or a shorthand version of the English word “though.” It is used to mean “on the contrary” or more simply, “however.”

Is Tho informal?

Tho’ and tho are very informal written forms of though.