No. 227 in Spanish
pues
"Pues" can mean "well," "then," "so," or "since," depending on context.
In a sentence
No asistí a la reunión, pues estaba ocupado.
I did not attend the meeting because I was busy.
In this sentence, 'pues' is used as a conjunction meaning 'because', to provide a reason for the preceding statement.
Pues bien, continuemos con la lección.
Well then, let's continue with the lesson.
Here, 'pues' is used as a discourse marker meaning 'well then', signaling the transition or continuation of the discussion.
¿Quieres venir con nosotros? Pero contéstame, pues.
Do you want to come with us? But answer me, please.
In this context, 'pues' is used as an interjection meaning 'please' or 'then', often to seek a response or decision.
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