You use this word to add a condition. It can also add an exception. Or it can add more information.
Sentence 1。ただし、Sentence 2。Primary
You use this word to add a condition. It can also add an exception. Or it can add more information.
全てのサービスは無料でご利用いただけます。ただし、一部のプレミアム機能は有料となります。
All services are available for free. However, some premium features are paid.
試験中の退室は認められません。ただし、体調が悪い場合は監督者に申し出てください。
Leaving the room during the exam is not permitted. However, if you feel unwell, please inform the supervisor.
昨日の会議では、新しいプロジェクトの開始が決定された。ただし、具体的な予算については合意に至らなかった。
In yesterday's meeting, it was decided to start the new project. However, a concrete budget was not agreed upon.
このアパートではペットを飼うことができます。ただし、大型犬は飼うことができません。
Pets are allowed in this apartment. Provided that, you cannot keep large dogs.
この薬は多くの病気に効果があります。ただし、副作用として眠気を引き起こすことがあります。
This medicine is effective for many illnesses. However, it may cause drowsiness as a side effect.
「ただし」 is like a warning sign. It tells you to pay close attention. The words after it are very important. They change what you just heard or read. You will see it in rules or official papers.
「ただし」 is more formal than 「しかし」. 「しかし」 shows a direct opposite idea. 「ただし」 adds a rule or a special case. 「ただし」 also states a more important rule than 「もっとも」.
Use this when you want to add a rule or a special case. It tells people there is more to know about what you just said. It does not change the first idea. It just adds to it.
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