aber /ˈɑːbɜ/ · conjunction · CEFR A0. German translation of "but".

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Source term
but
Translation
aber
CEFR Level
A0
Part of speech
conjunction
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Article, Gender & Forms

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Dictionary form aber
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
aber in context
Examples
Ich möchte gehen, aber ich bin müde.
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Example Sentences

Ich möchte gehen, aber ich bin müde.

English: I want to go, but I am tired.

A0 · Grammar Words Core

Sie ist klein, aber stark.

English: She is small but strong.

A0 · Grammar Words Core

Es ist kalt, aber die Sonne scheint.

English: It is cold, but the sun is out.

A0 · Grammar Words Core

Ich wollte gehen, aber ich war zu müde.

English: I wanted to go, but I was too tired.

B2 · Contrasts And Alternatives

Sie mag alle Früchte außer Äpfel.

English: She likes all fruits but apples.

B2 · Contrasts And Alternatives

Alle außer John stimmten dem Plan zu.

English: Everyone but John agreed on the plan.

B2 · Contrasts And Alternatives

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