Ma
But
Language note: A simple conjunction crucial for building complex sentences.
Culture note: Italians love engaging in lively debates, where 'ma' is frequently used.
Context: They mention a condition: 'But,'
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ma
[mah]
But
Used to introduce an added statement, usually something contrasting.
Ma avevamo un accordo.
But we had an agreement.
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