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Pero
It is used to link two contrasting ideas where the second idea limits the first. Unlike 'sino', it is used after both affirmative and negative statements.
Examples in context
Tengo sueño pero quiero estudiar.
I am sleepy but I want to study.
El coche es viejo pero funciona.
The car is old but it works.
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