aber
A2 Conjunction
English Translation
but, however
What does „aber" mean in English?
„aber" is a German conjunction meaning "but, however" in English. CEFR Level A2 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.
Example Sentences
1
Heute kann ich nicht kommen, aber morgen habe ich Zeit.
I can't come today, but I have time tomorrow.
2
Wir haben nur eine kleine Wohnung, sind aber damit zufrieden.
We only have a small apartment, but we are happy with it.
3
Es war sehr schön. Jetzt muss ich aber gehen.
It was very nice. But now I have to go.
4
Das ist aber nett von dir.
That's very kind of you.
CEFR Level
A2
Elementary — frequently used expressions and routine tasks.
This word is part of the official Goethe-Institut A2 vocabulary list.
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