但是

dànshì

Traditional: 但是

HSK 2
#87 of 5,000 Core 1000

Translation

but, however (formal)

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Stroke order for 是

Examples

lèi

I am very tired, but I still need to persevere.

jià

The price is high, but it works well.

qiángquēyàn

He is very capable, but lacks experience.

I like her, but she does not like me.

The weather is cold, but I am not afraid.

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