但是 dànshì
but / however
但是 (dànshì) means "but / however" in Chinese and is one of the highest-frequency words in the Speak1000 curriculum.
Words used with 但是
虽然
suīrán
although
可是
kěshì
but / however (more casual)
听说
tīngshuō
to hear it said / I heard that...
可能
kěnéng
maybe / possible / might
电
diàn
electricity
辣
là
spicy
号码
hàomǎ
number (phone number, etc.)
书店
shūdiàn
bookstore
有意思
yǒu yìsi
interesting
容易
róngyì
easy
Frequently asked questions
What does 但是 (dànshì) mean in Chinese?
但是 (dànshì) means "but / however" in Chinese. 但是 (dànshì) means "but / however" in Chinese and is one of the highest-frequency words in the Speak1000 curriculum.
How do you use 但是 in a sentence?
Use 但是 (dànshì) the way you would use "but / however" in English, then build longer sentences by adding words you already know around it.
What words are commonly used with 但是?
Common words that pair with 但是 include 虽然, 可是, 听说, 可能. Learning these together helps you build complete, natural sentences instead of isolated vocabulary.
What is the difference between 但是 (dànshì) and 因为 (yīnwèi)?
Both are high-frequency Chinese words taught early in Speak1000. 但是 means "but / however"; 因为 means "because / due to". The fastest way to tell them apart is to hear each one used in real sentences — our free lessons drill every word in context so the contrast becomes natural.
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