Quick Lesson: "But"

​But

By Courtney Abubakar

​Pero 但 Но

We use "but" to present opposing information

Usamos “pero” para presentar información contraria. 我们用“但是”来表达相反的信息 Мы используем «но», чтобы представить противоположную информацию.

Examples

1. I want to buy these shoes, but they are too expensive.

2. She doesn't usually like vegetables, but she likes carrots.

3. He is tired, but he can't sleep.

Multiple Choice

She wants to get a pet dog, but . . .

• her husband doesn't like dogs.

• she really loves dogs.

Multiple Choice

I love to read, but . . .

• I don't have any time.

• I buy a lot of books.

Multiple Choice

He is so thirsty, but . . .

• he doesn't have any water.

• he is drinking a lot of water.

Multiple Choice

He cooked chicken, but . . .

• she is a vegetarian.

• they love chicken.

Multiple Choice

John bought her a necklace, but . . .

• she doesn't like it.

• she wears it every day.

Multiple Choice

He wants to exercise, but . . .

• his foot hurts.

• he is going to the gym.

Multiple Choice

She walks her dog every day, but . . .

• today she didn't.

• she goes at 11:00 AM.