English-Dutch translation for but

English Word: but
Dutch Translation: maar

Example Sentences:

He is firm but fair.
Hij is streng maar rechtvaardig.
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That is not a frog, but a toad.
Dat is geen kikker maar een pad.
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He is not dead, but unconscious.
Hij is niet dood, maar bewusteloos.
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I'm sorry, but my hands are tied.
Het spijt me, maar ik sta machteloos.
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She is slow but at least she's reliable.
Ze is traag maar ze is tenminste betrouwbaar.
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I've had nothing but a sandwich all day.
Ik heb vandaag alleen nog maar een broodje gegeten.
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The ostrich can not fly but runs very fast.
De struisvogel kan niet vliegen, maar kan heel snel lopen.
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