接続・逆接N1
〜とはいえ
although... / even though... / nevertheless...
Structure
普通形 + とはいえ
Explanation
Plain form + とはいえ: although the first clause, in reality...; concessive.
Examples
便利とはいえ、電子機器に頼りすぎるのは心配だ。
Convenient though it is, relying too much on electronics is worrying.
若いとはいえ、もう大人の自覚を持つべきだ。
Young as you are, you should already have adult awareness.
Note
Synonymous with とはいうものの/といえども; points out a difference from expectation.