といえど

Meanings

be that as it may; having said that; even so

usually written using kana alone

Concessive expression used to acknowledge a preceding statement while introducing a contrasting or qualifying point. Similar to とは言うものの, but slightly more formal or literary.

See also: とはいうものの

彼かれは若わかいと言いえど、経けい験けんは豊ほう富ふだ。
He may be young, but he has a wealth of experience.
難むずかしいと言いえど、挑ちょう戦せんする価か値ちはある。
Even though it's difficult, it's worth taking on the challenge.