To draw a strong, balanced contrast between two facts, use the parallel structure autant... autant.... It translates to "As much as... so much..." and is used where English speakers might say "While [this is true], [that is equally true]."
Because this structure presents two facts, both clauses use the standard indicative mood.
| As much as sailing fascinates me, so much does scuba diving scare me. | Autant la voile me passionne, autant la plongée m'effraie. |
| As much as he prefers climbing in summer, so much does he love snowboarding in winter. | Autant il préfère l'escalade en été, autant il adore le snowboard en hiver. |
Balancing Opposites
Use this structure to compare distinct preferences, seasons, or characteristics.
| As much as cycling is tiring, so much is golf relaxing. | Autant le cyclisme est fatigant, autant le golf est relaxant. |
| As much as cycling demands endurance, so much does scuba diving require agility. | Autant le cyclisme demande de l'endurance, autant la plongée exige de l'agilité. |
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