English / word

but

conjunction, verb A1

MEANING IN ENGLISH

used to connect two contrasting ideas

to hit or push with the head or horns; to strike forcefully

used to introduce a phrase or clause contrasting with what has already been mentioned

In context

I like tea, but I don't like sugar.

The task is hard, but we can finish it.

Synonyms

however,yet,ram

Antonyms

pull,retreat,withdraw

Collocations

but heads,but in,but against

Past: butted · Past participle: butted · -ing: butting