But — US. [bʌt], UK. [bʌt]
Main meanings word ‘But’:
- Used to introduce a contrast or exception.
- Except for; apart from.
- On the contrary; however.
- A conjunction indicating a limitation or restriction.
10 simple sentences with ‘But’:
- She’s tired, but happy.
- I wanted to go, but couldn’t.
- He’s small, but strong.
- I like pizza, but not burgers.
- The weather is cold, but clear.
- He’s working, but I’m not.
- They are old but active.
- I have time, but no money.
- Is it old, but still working?
- The car is old, but reliable.
The sentences with ‘But’ from movies:
I wish I could, but I can’t. – The Parent Trap (1998)
But which way do I go? – Simpsons Movie (2007)
Yeah, but it’s a map, Gerry. – I In the Name of the Father (1993)
But it ain’t going to be easy. – Jaws (1975)
But you’re not allergic. – The Vow (2012)
Well, valuable, but small. – You’ve Got Mail (1998)
But he’s got a great body. – The 40 Year Old Virgin (2005)
No, but I’m with Mrs. Lodge. – Them! (1954)
But have you seen him? – Grumpy Old Men (1993)
Yeah, but I wanted 12. – The Break-Up (2006)
But we’ll keep trying until it does. – A Quiet Place (2018)
That is but a taste of our fury. – The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
But complex behaviors? – Arrival (2016)
But my friends don’t belong there. – Toy Story 3 (2010)
But I can help. – Bumblebee (2018)
But my wife doesn’t eat liver. – Life of Pi (2012)
We just met, but look. – 50 First Dates (2004)
But, no, you’re the typical villain. – Last Action Hero (1993)
Yes, but not in our lifetime. – The Day After Tomorrow (2004)
But shockingly different from what you expect. – Snowden (2016)
Anything but knives! – The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
I know, but who gave the go-ahead? – The Godfather Part II (1974)
Yeah, I know, but you’re right. – Scream (1996)
But maybe love shouldn’t be such hard work. – Jerry Maguire (1996)
But you’re lovely. – Alice In Wonderland (2010)
But allow me to ask your pardon. – A Christmas Carol (2009)
But I’m reading it slowly now. – Her (2013)
Forgive me, but why am I here? – Skyfall (2012)
But I have to get to my car! – Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011)
Change is always scary, but consider the following. – Up In The Air (2009)
But nobody else can fly. – Rat Race (2001)
Firm but gentle. – Alfie (1966)
Yeah, but I know who you are, Luis. – The Kill Room (2023)
But they got nude beaches. – Home Alone (1990)
But, I’m funny, how? – Goodfellas (1990)
But I can’t trace time Fiona? – Shrek 2 (2004)
Okay, but don’t touch it. – War of the Worlds (2005)
I’m sorry, but we need them. – Dont Look Up (2021)
We made a mistake, but, uh, don’t worry. – Reptile (2023)
Very feminist, but very interesting. – The Squid and the Whale (2005)
But we can’t change who we are. – Wreck-It Ralph (2012)
An accident, but nobody was hurt. – The Godfather Part I (1972)
Yes, I know, but from where? – There Will Be Blood (2007)
But then bunny tricks went out of style. – The Secret Life of Pets (2016)
We were headed here, but I don’t know. – World War Z (2013)