Però
Example: Volia venir, però estava massa cansat.
Definition
"però" is a conjunction used to introduce a contrast or exception, similar to the English word 'but.' It connects two clauses where the second clause presents an opposing idea or condition to the first, as in the example: 'Volia venir, però estava massa cansat.'
Etymology
The Catalan word "però" comes from the Latin phrase 'per hoc,' meaning 'through this.' Over time, it evolved into a conjunction expressing contrast or opposition, much like the English 'but.' Did you know? Despite its simple use, "però" has been a key connector in Romance languages for centuries.
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"Però" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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