But in French

Definition

Definition in EnglishConnects statements that contrast or express an unexpected difference.

Definition in FrenchRelie des idées qui s’opposent ou présentent une différence inattendue.

Example sentences

• J’aime bien cette voiture, mais elle est chère.🔊

  I like this car, but it's expensive.

• Il travaille le samedi, mais il est libre le dimanche.🔊

  He works on Saturdays, but he's free on Sundays.

• Au début, mes collègues me manquaient, mais maintenant, je passe plus de temps avec mes enfants.🔊

  At first, I missed my colleagues, but now I have more time with my children.

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