哪怕...也 is an emphatic "even if" that shows strong determination. The condition mentioned is often extreme or unlikely.
Strong determination - I will do X no matter what
Extreme conditions - Even in the worst case
Emphatic concession - Stronger than 即使...也
Even if there is only a glimmer of hope, I still will not give up.
哪怕 literally means "what is there to fear" - conveying that nothing will stop you.
哪怕 is more emphatic than 即使
- 哪怕 suggests stronger emotion or determination
- Often used with extreme examples
也 can be replaced by 还是 or 都
Common in motivational or emotional contexts
Even if there is only a glimmer of hope, I still will not give up.
Even if it is even harder, I still want to try.
Even if I spend all my money, I will still save him.
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