How to Say ‘But happy.’ in French
Mais contents.
meh kohn-tahn
[meh kohn-tahn]
Phrase Breakdown
Mais
[meh]
but
Connector used to contrast with what was said before.
Ils sont fatigués, mais calmes.
They are tired, but calm.
contents
[kohn-tahn]
happy
Plural adjective meaning happy or pleased.
Les enfants sont contents de voyager.
The children are happy to travel.
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