Japanese

けれど

けれど
Meaning: but; although
Part of Speech: Particle

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Handwriting

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Example sentences

It's a good book, but it's a bit difficult.
嫌いなわけじゃないけれど、今は会いたくない。
It's not that I hate you, but I don't want to see you right now.
顔色が青いけれど、大丈夫ですか?
You look pale, are you okay?
一時間位待ったけれど、彼は来なかった。
I waited for about an hour, but he didn't come.
雨が降っているけれど、傘があるからだいじょうぶだ。
It is raining, but I have an umbrella so it is okay.
転んだけれど、ひざのかすり傷だけで済んだ。
I fell, but got away with only a scrape on my knee.
忙しいけれど、今の仕事はとてもやりがいがある。
It's busy, but my current job is very rewarding.
このパソコンは、古いけれどまだ動作がサクサク動く。
This computer is old, but it still runs smoothly.
揚げ物は美味しいけれど、カロリーが高いのが悩みだ。
Deep-fried food is delicious, but the high calorie count is a concern.

Usage Notes

A conjunctional particle used to link two contrasting ideas. It is the less formal version of 'keredomo'.

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