How to Say ‘But’ in Simplified Chinese
不过
bù guò
[boo-gwaw]
💬 Usage Tip: 不过 (búguò) is a softer, more conversational "but" than 但是 (dànshì). Note that 不 is read (bú) here because the next syllable has a falling tone.
Phrase Breakdown
不过
bù guò
[boo-gwaw]
however; but
A conjunction used to change direction in what you are saying, often meaning 'however' or 'but'.
我有点累，不过我还是会去看你爸妈。
I’m a little tired, but I’ll still go see your parents.
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