Meaning & usage
が connects two clauses when the second contrasts with the first, with the meaning but or however. It attaches to the end of the first clause after a complete predicate, including plain forms like 高くないが and polite forms like 降っていますが, with nouns and na-adjectives requiring だ or です before が. It sounds polite and neutral, so it is common in formal speech and writing where けど would feel too casual.
Example sentences 8
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このクッキーは高くないが、おいしい。
These cookies aren't expensive, but they taste good.
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雨が降っていますが、出かけます。
It's raining, but I'm going out.
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この店は小さいですが、有名です。
This shop is small, but it is famous.
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昨日は忙しかったですが、楽しかったです。
Yesterday was busy, but it was fun.
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日本語は難しいですが、おもしろいです。
Japanese is difficult, but it is interesting.
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彼は疲れていますが、働いています。
He is tired, but he is working.
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電車は遅れましたが、間に合いました。
The train was late, but I made it in time.
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部屋は狭いですが、きれいです。
The room is small, but it is clean.
In past JLPT papers
This came up in 3 past exam questions.
