けれど
Meanings
Conjunction
Particle
1. but; however; although
Pitch accent
れど
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Examples (31 in total)
With all his efforts, he couldn't succeed.
I'd like to speak to you for a moment.
Although the sun was out, it was cold.
I had hoped to save more money.
Even though he was tired, he went on with his work.
I looked around, but saw nobody.
I saw the film and found it interesting.
We had expected that you would succeed this time.
Even though the weather was bad, I decided to go out.
I hope Tom isn't looking for us.
I'd like to try on this dress.
Though it was very late, he went on working.
Young as he is, he is a very reliable person.
Although it is snowing, I must go.
Although I may be unhappy, I won't commit suicide.
It was raining. However, they still went on their school trip.
My father used to smoke, but now he doesn't.
Obviously the teacher can understand both English and French.
At first I didn't like him, but I do now.
If I knew the answer to the question, I would tell you.
If I were you, I would propose to her.
I'd love to marry you, but my family won't let me.
I'm looking for a lipstick to go with this nail polish.
It was by no means unanimous, but your proposal was selected.
I may be antisocial, but it doesn't mean I don't talk to people.
There were cars burning, people dying, and nobody could help them.
In theory it is possible, but in practice it is very difficult.
Clever as he is, he still cannot solve this math problem.
Poor as she was, she gave him what little money she had.
Though only 16, he is independent of his parents.
Though he is old, he is very healthy.