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No. 224 in Czech

jenže

"Jenže" means "but" or "however" in English.

In a sentence

  • Chtěl jsem tam jít, jenže pršelo.

    I wanted to go there, but it was raining.

    Here, 'jenže' is used to introduce a contrast or an obstacle that prevents the action stated in the main clause.

  • Plánovali jsme výlet na zítra, jenže vlak je zrušen.

    We planned a trip for tomorrow, but the train is canceled.

    'Jenže' serves to connect two statements, showing that the second one provides a contradiction or issue to the first.

  • Řekl, že to přijde, jenže nemá čas.

    He said he would come, but he doesn't have time.

    'Jenže' highlights a reason that contradicts or undermines the expectation set by the previous clause.

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