How to Say ‘But it is important’ in German
Aber es ist wichtig
AH-ber es ist VIKH-tikh
[AH-ber es ist VIKH-tikh]
Phrase Breakdown
Aber
[AH-ber]
but
Used to introduce a phrase or clause contrasting with what has already been mentioned.
Ich möchte essen, aber gesund.
I want to eat, but healthy.
es
[es]
it
Used to refer to a thing previously mentioned or easily identified.
Es ist ein schöner Tag.
It is a nice day.
ist
[ist]
is
Third person singular of 'be'.
Es ist wichtig, zu lernen.
It is important to learn.
wichtig
[VIKH-tikh]
important
Of great significance or value.
Gesundheit ist wichtig.
Health is important.
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