でも/しかし (But/However)
[Sentence]. でも/しかし[Sentence]
Explanation
Shows contrast between sentences.
Formation
Sentence + でも/しかし + contrasting sentence
Examples
勉強しました。しかし、分かりません。
Benkyou shimashita. Shikashi, wakarimasen.
I studied. However, I don't understand.
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Usage Notes
- でも: casual "but"
- しかし: formal "however"
- が can also show contrast
- Sentence start position
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't use mid-sentence
- でも is casual (not for formal writing)
- Different from ても (even if)