Pero
Example: Quiero ir al parque, pero está lloviendo mucho.
Definition
"Pero" is a Spanish conjunction used to introduce a contrast or exception in a sentence, similar to the English word "but." It connects two clauses where the second clause contrasts with or limits the first, as in the example, "Quiero ir al parque, pero está lloviendo mucho."
Etymology
The Spanish word "pero" comes from the Latin word "per hoc," which means "because of this" or "through this." Over time, it evolved in Romance languages to express contrast or opposition, as it does in modern Spanish. Did you know that "pero" is one of the most common conjunctions used to express contradiction?
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"Pero" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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