しかし
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Base form used as a conjunction or adverb to introduce a contrasting statement. It connects two clauses where the second clause contradicts or contrasts with the first, e.g., 『天気はいいです。しかし、寒いです。』 (tenki wa ii desu. shikashi, samui desu., 'The weather is good. However, it is cold.').
Theme
Two colleagues, Ken and User, are discussing a project deadline in the office. Ken is expressing concerns about the timeline, and User needs to respond with contrasting points.
しかし
しかし
however
Core Language Building BlocksAdverbs & Connectors
Memory Hook
Imagine a conversation where someone says 'yes, but...' and you think 'sure, but...' — it sounds like 'shika-shi' (しかし). 'Shika-shi' → 'however' or 'but' to introduce a contrasting point.
Cultural Note
In Japanese, 『しかし』 (shikashi) is a formal and common conjunction used in both written and spoken language to express contrast or contradiction, similar to 'however' or 'but' in English. It's often used in academic, business, and polite conversations to smoothly transition between opposing ideas.
Forms
Base: しかしBase form used as a conjunction or adverb to introduce a contrasting statement. It connects two clauses where the second clause contradicts or contrasts with the first, e.g., 『天気はいいです。しかし、寒いです。』 (tenki wa ii desu. shikashi, samui desu., 'The weather is good. However, it is cold.').