JLPT N5 Formal

A. Shikashi, ~B.

Expresses contrast or contradiction between two clauses; 'A, but B', 'A, however B'.

Formal/written; essays, news, presentations. Rare in casual spoken conversation.

Formation

Explanation

The grammar point A。しかし、~B。 is used to show contrast or contradiction between two clauses. It can be translated as 'A, but B' or 'A, however B' in English. しかし is placed between two sentences to indicate a contrast between them.

Example sentences

Contradiction (But / However)