但是

但是 dàn shì ㄉㄢˋ ㄕˋ daan6 si6 HSK 2 基礎級 · Level 2

  • but; however

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 但 (1 of 2) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown

Example sentences

  • 但是他很幸運。 But he was lucky.
  • 但是您有孩子。 But you have kids.
  • 但是你有孩子。 But you have kids.
  • 但是,我不要。 But I don't want to.
  • 但是他不常微笑。 But he did not often smile.

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