What Is A Better Word Than BUT?

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nevertheless


yet

however


though
although still all the same be that as it may but still despite that

What can I use instead of but or however?


The word nevertheless

is a great alternative to but and however. We use the same punctuation as with however: either after a full stop or after a semicolon, then followed by a comma.

What word can I use instead of but?


nevertheless


yet

however


though
although still all the same be that as it may but still despite that

How do you say but in formal way?

Informal Formal Plus/Also Moreover/ Furthermore But However So Therefore/Thus Also In addition, Additionally

How do you avoid the word but?

  1. ‘Remove the word all together – skip it’
  2. Except.
  3. Besides.
  4. However.
  5. Nonetheless.
  6. Otherwise.
  7. Unfortunately.
  8. Instead.

What can I say instead of I Love You?

  • I’m crazy about you.
  • You’re my dream come true.
  • You take my breath away.
  • Since you’ve been around I smile a lot more than I used to.
  • There is no one I’d rather steal blankets from.
  • You’re my partner in crime.
  • You look great today and every day.

What can I say instead of however?

  • even so,
  • howbeit,
  • nevertheless,
  • nonetheless,
  • notwithstanding,
  • still,
  • still and all,
  • though,

Should we start a sentence with but?

The answer is

yes

. It is perfectly acceptable to start sentences with the conjunctions and and but. However, it is slightly informal. If formality is your goal, choose more formal language.

How do you politely recommend someone?

  1. • You might want to think about…
  2. • You might want to consider…
  3. • Perhaps you/we could…
  4. • Maybe you/we could…
  5. • It may be a good idea to…
  6. • It might be a good idea to…

What can you say instead of I?

I for one I myself for me ourself self the author the speaker the writer me, myself and I myself only

Is as well as formal?

“As well” is

a little more formal than “too”

and less common in American spoken English. Many Americans do use it in writing, however. “Also” is generally more common in writing than speech.

Why you shouldn’t use the word but?

Using but in a sentence generally

serves to negate or distill all the positive statements you made before it

. Sometimes we don’t even consciously register that when we hear the word but, our brains translate it into this: But = Here’s the catch…

Why would you use the word and instead of but?

The magic principle? Use “and” instead of “but.” When used to connect two phrases in a sentence,

the word “but” essentially dismisses the first phrase altogether

. This isn’t always an issue, but when it undoes praise, agreement, or an important point, it can start to become a problem.

Should I use the word but?

‘But’ is

a conjunction used to introduce something contrasting with what has already been mentioned

. This is fine, except when ‘but’ is used in complex situations where communication is sensitive. For example: in apologies, critique, and other nuanced personal communication.

What is a stronger word than I love you?


Cherish

– I cherish my time with you.

This is stronger than the word ‘love’ in that it shows just how much you value spending time with them.

What are the 3 words better than I love you?

  • “I forgive you.” I forgive you for all the things have done, or will do, that may hurt me. …
  • “I’ll sacrifice for you.” I’ll sacrifice my time for you. …
  • “I respect you.” I respect you for who you are, and not for what I feel you deserve.
Leah Jackson
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Leah Jackson
Leah is a relationship coach with over 10 years of experience working with couples and individuals to improve their relationships. She holds a degree in psychology and has trained with leading relationship experts such as John Gottman and Esther Perel. Leah is passionate about helping people build strong, healthy relationships and providing practical advice to overcome common relationship challenges.