Mais après il y a...
But after, there are...
Language note: Connecting phrases like 'mais après' highlight narrative shifts.
Culture note: Use of ellipsis adds suspense or humor to French narratives.
Context: Then she adds how it changes over time.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Mais
[meh]
But
Used to introduce a contrast.
Il est petit mais fort.
He is small but strong.
après
[ah-preh]
after
Following in time or order.
Après le dîner, nous avons discuté.
After dinner, we talked.
il
[eel]
there is
Used to indicate the existence of something.
Il y a un problème.
There is a problem.
y
[ee]
there
In or at that place.
Y a-t-il une solution?
Is there a solution?
a
[ah]
is
Third person singular present of be.
C'est un bon film.
It is a good movie.
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