How do you say "But" in Spain Spanish?

"But" in Spain Spanish is "Pero". This phrase is commonly used in Spain.

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How to Say ‘But’ in Spain Spanish

Q: What does "Pero" mean in English?

"Pero" means "But" in English. Usage tip: Classic connector in testimonies: “Antes…, pero luego…” (Before…, but then…).

Pero

PEH-roh

[PEH-roh]

💬 Usage Tip: Classic connector in testimonies: “Antes…, pero luego…” (Before…, but then…).

🇪🇸 In Spain: Spanish conversation uses lots of connectors (pero, entonces, así que) to keep the story flowing.

Phrase Breakdown

Pero

[PEH-roh]

but

Connector used to introduce contrast—key in testimonies: “Antes… pero ahora…”.

Example

Pero Jesús me mostró un camino nuevo.

But Jesus showed me a new path.

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