Connector / Adverb
aber
Pronunciation: /ˈaːbɐ/
but; however; though
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Meanings
Connector
- but; however; though
Adverb
- rather; quite; unusually; used with adjectives to express a surprising degree, whether this surprise be real or for effect
- nonetheless, nevertheless
Example sentence
Das ist aber schön! Wo hast du das denn her?
That's really lovely! Where did you get it from?
Usage
- klein, aber praktisch — Connects contrasting ideas.
- aber ich bleibe — Aber does not send the verb to the end.
Ich bin müde, aber ich komme mit.
I am tired, but I am coming along.