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不过

Definition

(conj) Used to indicate a contrasting or opposing idea

Examples

我想去参加聚会,不过我有点忙。
I want to attend the gathering, but I'm a bit busy.
  • 他来得早,不过还是迟到了。

    He got there early, but he was still late.

  • 这家店贵,不过面包真好吃。

    This shop's pricey, but the bread is really good.

  • 我能陪你去,不过得先接我妈。

    I can go with you, but I have to pick up my mom first.

  • 电影院挺近,不过晚上停车太难了。

    The movie theater is close, but parking's a pain at night.

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Other Chinese words at this level include 友爱的, 饿的, 学校, 老师, and 学生. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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