What does "pero" mean in English?

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Spanish

pero

English

but

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Examples of how to use "pero" in Spanish

Spanish
Es caro, pero me gusta.
English
It's expensive, but I like it.
Spanish
Quiero ir, pero estoy cansado.
English
I want to go, but I'm tired.
Spanish
Es barato, pero no funciona bien.
English
It's cheap, but it doesn't work well.
Spanish
Lo intenté, pero fallé otra vez.
English
I tried, but I failed again.
Spanish
Ella canta, pero él baila.
English
She sings, but he dances.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "pero" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use it naturally in Spanish.

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Es caro, pero me gusta.

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