This word connects two ideas. The second idea is different from the first. It is like saying 'but' or 'however'.
Clause + けどPrimary
This word connects two ideas. The second idea is different from the first. It is like saying 'but' or 'however'.
このラーメン、めっちゃ美味しいけど、ちょっと高いな。
This ramen is super delicious, but it's a bit expensive.
昨日は一日中、家にいたけど、何もせえへんかったわ。
I was home all day yesterday, but I didn't do anything.
A: 「今日の飲み会、行く？」 B: 「うーん、行きたいけど…」
A: "Are you going to the drinking party tonight?" B: "Hmm, I want to, but..."
すんませんけど、この辺に駅ありますか？
Excuse me, but is there a station around here?
そうやと思ったけど。
That's what I thought, but... (implying 'was I wrong?' or 'something seems off')
Adding "けど" makes your words softer. It is like saying "I am not going, but..." in English. You do not say why. But it sounds more polite.
This is different from 'sakai' or 'seyakara'. Those words mean 'so' or 'because'. They show a reason for something. 'Kedo' shows a difference or a pause. It does not show a reason.
Don't use this when you write formal letters or give speeches. For example, do not use it in a business email. This word is for casual talk. It is okay for talking to friends. It is also okay for talking to strangers in a simple way. But it is not for very polite situations. Use other words like 'shikashi' or 'desuga' then.
Use this when you want to make your sentence sound softer. It makes your words less direct. It can invite the listener to reply or guess what you mean.
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