but
но
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but with Russian translation
but usage examples
I wanted to go, but I was tired.
Я хотел пойти, но устал.
The room is small but bright.
Комната маленькая, но светлая.
but synonyms
I wanted to go, but I was too tired.
It was hard, though I enjoyed it.
Although it was cold, we went out.
The plan was good. However, it failed.
She is young, yet very experienced.
It was raining; nevertheless, they continued.
тем не менее; книжное, менее частое
The task was difficult; nonetheless, she finished it.
It was late, but I still called her.
Tea is hot, whereas coffee can be cold.
с другой стороны; для представления альтернативы
The job is hard. On the other hand, it pays well.
в отличие от; подчёркивает разницу
The first method was slow; in contrast, the second was fast.
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Questions about this word
What does but mean?
shows contrast between ideas
How do you pronounce but?
but is pronounced as /bʌt/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
How is but used in a sentence?
I wanted to go, but I was tired. Translation: Я хотел пойти, но устал.
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