But (formal)

Romaji: ga

Meaning & usage

A disjunctive coordinate conjunction that combines two sentences.

Example sentences 3

  1. ジョンは来ましたがメアリーは来ませんでした。

    John came but Mary didn't (come).

  2. 旅行をしたいがお金がない。

    I want to travel but I don't have the money.

  3. 私はビールは飲むが酒は飲まない。

    I drink beer but don't drink sake.