How to say a softer “but” in Chinese with 不过 (bùguò)
⋯⋯，不过 (búguò) ⋯⋯
A softer "but" with "不过 (bùguò)"
⋯⋯，不过 (búguò) ⋯⋯
HSK 4ConjunctionsA softer "but" with "不过 (bùguò)"
Rule structure
不过 (bùguò) is a conjunction meaning "but, however". It is softer and more colloquial than 但是 (dànshì) and often introduces a minor drawback.
Rule structure
不过 (bùguò) is a conjunction meaning "but, however". It is softer and more colloquial than 但是 (dànshì) and often introduces a minor drawback.
Examples
这部电影不错，不过有点长。
Zhè bù diànyǐng bùcuò, bùguò yǒudiǎn cháng.
This movie is not bad, but it’s a bit long.
Examples
这部电影不错，不过有点长。
Zhè bù diànyǐng bùcuò, bùguò yǒudiǎn cháng.
This movie is not bad, but it’s a bit long.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you express “A softer "but" with "不过 (bùguò)"” in Chinese?
Use the structure: ⋯⋯，不过 (búguò) ⋯⋯. For example: 这部电影不错，不过有点长。 — “This movie is not bad, but it’s a bit long.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
这部电影不错，不过有点长。 — “This movie is not bad, but it’s a bit long.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 4.
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