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but
ConjunctionParticlePrefix

Definitions

  1. 1. but
  2. 2. however
  3. 3. even
  4. 4. however
This word means "but," "however," or "even" and is used to introduce a contrast or an unexpected idea. It can also mean "even" when attached to a noun, as in "even water" or "even a child." It is very common in casual conversation and is useful for softening disagreement or adding emphasis.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Initial · simple i+1

But the tea is here.

Sentence 1

It's hard, but it's interesting.

Sentence 2

But I don't think that's right.

Sentence 3

But that's not how I see it.

Sentence 4

It's raining, but I'm going anyway.

Sentence 5

But there's still time.