Translation
but, although
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Word origin
A casual short form of けれども, via けれど. In more formal speech you will also hear が in the same job.
- Origin
- Native Japanese (wago)
- Root
- けれども
Examples
、高い。
Suki desu kedo, takai desu.
I like it, but it's expensive.
、。
Ikitai kedo, shigoto ga arimasu.
I'd like to go, but I have work.
、。
Sumimasen kedo, toire wa doko desu ka.
Excuse me, but where is the toilet?
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This word is taught in chapter 1, lesson 17: けど, から, まで and 11 more words.