but in Dutch
but in Dutch is maar, echter, behalve — but means used to introduce a contrast or exception to what was just said.
but in Dutch
maar
However, although, nevertheless, on the other hand (introducing a clause contrary to prior belief or in contrast with the preceding clause or sentence).
echter
However, although, nevertheless, on the other hand (introducing a clause contrary to prior belief or in contrast with the preceding clause or sentence).
behalve
Except that (introducing a subordinate clause which qualifies a negative statement); also, (archaic) with omission of the subject of the subordinate clause, acting as a negative relative, "except one that", "except such that".
maar
Except that (introducing a subordinate clause which qualifies a negative statement); also, (archaic) with omission of the subject of the subordinate clause, acting as a negative relative, "except one that", "except such that".
maar
(obsolete) Except with; unless with; without.
behalve
(obsolete) Except with; unless with; without.
What does "but" mean?
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conjunction Used to introduce a contrast or exception to what was just said.
"I wanted to go, but I was too tired."
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preposition Except for; apart from.
"Everyone but Sam showed up to the party."
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adverb Only; merely; just.
"He is but a child; you can't blame him."
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but in a sentence
- I wanted to go, but I was too tired.
- The film was long but genuinely entertaining.
- Everyone but Sam showed up to the party.
- Nobody but the teacher knew the answer.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "but" in Dutch?
"but" in Dutch is maar, echter, behalve. but means: Used to introduce a contrast or exception to what was just said.
How do you use "but" in a sentence?
Example: "I wanted to go, but I was too tired." In Dutch, "but" is maar, echter, behalve.
Are there other ways to say "but" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "but": maar, echter, behalve.
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