Ma
But
Language note: Conjunction used to contrast ideas.
Culture note: Italians often use 'ma' for bargaining in conversations.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ma
[mah]
But
Used to introduce a contrasting statement.
Vorrei uscire, ma piove.
I would like to go out, but it's raining.
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