けど

but, though, however, informal contrast

Structure

Verb + けど
Adj-i + けど
Adj-na + だ + けど
Noun + だ + けど

Description

The ～けど structure is an informal conjunction used to connect two clauses, expressing contrast or contradiction. It is the casual counterpart of ～が and is frequently used in conversation.

It is often used at the end of a sentence without completing the second clause, leaving the implied meaning for the listener to interpret.

きごう…。

I want to go, but… (implying a hesitation).

Alternative forms: けれど and けれども

けれど is a slightly more formal version of けど, used in polite speech, while けれども is the most formal.

Examples

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I’m busy, but I’ll help.

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This book is interesting, but difficult.

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He is kind, but a bit strict.

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It’s raining, but I’m going outside.

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I don’t have money, but I want to travel.

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This road is short, but dangerous.

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She’s a student, but she also works.

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It’s quiet, but a bit lonely.

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I studied, but I failed the exam.

だっ、。

It was tough, but it was fun.

きごう…。

I want to go, but… (implying hesitation).

くらい

こう・そう・ああ・どう