But, vs However,

Both "but" and "however" can be used to show contrast or introduce a contrasting idea in a sentence. They are interchangeable in many cases, but "however" is considered more formal than "but." The choice between them depends on the level of formality you want to convey.

Last updated: March 24, 2024 • 600 views

But,

This is a correct and commonly used way to introduce a contrasting idea in a sentence.

Use "but," to introduce a contrasting idea in a sentence. It is a common and informal way to show contrast.

Examples:

I wanted to go to the party, but I was too tired.
She is very talented, but she lacks confidence.

Alternatives:

however,
yet,
although,
nevertheless,

However,

This is a correct way to introduce a contrasting idea in a sentence, but it is considered more formal than using "but."

Use "however," to introduce a contrasting idea in a sentence when you want to convey a more formal tone. It is suitable for written and formal contexts.

Examples:

I wanted to go to the party; however, I was too tired.
She is very talented; however, she lacks confidence.

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However, the systematic inclusion of certain provisions raises some reservations.
However, all uses of energy create environmental problems.
However, change requires knowledge and understanding.
However, a nitrate print survived.
However, this argument cannot be accepted.
However, as noted earlier, applications require underpinning technological development.
However, there are often significant entry barriers.
However, the answer is incomplete.
However, proper equipment can save lives.
However, they cannot explain why.
However, with one ally within the Sanctuary...
However, filing a false police report...
However, I shall suspend sentence.
However, compliance with transitional VAT and Intrastat systems is costly.
However, only EFIA replied to the questionnaire.
However, some trends were apparent in exploratory subgroup analyses.
However, this symptomatology is reversible after discontinuation of ceftriaxone.
However, smokers had an increased rate of erlotinib clearance.
However, relapse following seroconversion can occur.

Alternatives:

but,
yet,
although,
nevertheless,

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