Non, mais
No, but
Language note: Combining 'no' and 'but' to introduce a counterpoint.
Culture note: Typical in French conversations where discussion and debate are common.
Context: The person responds they don't come often but might start because of a particular reason.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Non
[noh,]
No, but
A phrase used to introduce an exception or condition.
Non, mais j'aime l'ambiance ici.
No, but I like the atmosphere here.
mais
[meh]
but
To introduce an exception or contradictory information following 'no'.
Non, mais j'aime l'ambiance ici.
No, but I like the atmosphere here.
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