5課 接続と会話
Connect sentences and conversations
接続：Regular form + けど、～
But…; but…. Informal expression of けれども, used for contrast or gentle introduction.
注意 / Note：With nouns/な-adjectives, だけど is often used; けど is more about conversation.
使い分け / How to choose quickly：Use when: Talk about intimate contrasts
Wonder: Are you chatting every day with friends?
Avoid: Do not use in formal letters
Tip to remember: けど soft, short, very conversational
Check again: If you want to leave a statement at the end of the sentence, けど is also natural
Wonder: Are you chatting every day with friends?
Avoid: Do not use in formal letters
Tip to remember: けど soft, short, very conversational
Check again: If you want to leave a statement at the end of the sentence, けど is also natural
この服は好きだけど、少し高い。
I like this outfit but it's a bit expensive.
今日は休みだけど、会社へ行く。
Today is off but I still go to the company.
このカメラは古いけど、よく写る。
This camera is old but takes good photos.