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Translation of Slovak word "ale" to English

ale

/ale/

Meaning

Conjunction

Apart from, except (for), excluding.

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🇬🇧 English

but

Example sentence

Chcel som ísť von, ale začalo pršať.

I wanted to go outside, but it started raining.

Film bol dlhý, ale stál za to.

The movie was long, but it was worth it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Slovak word "ale" mean?

The Slovak word "ale" means "but" in English.

How do you pronounce the Slovak word "ale"?

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Can I see an example sentence with "ale"?

Yes, here is a practical example: "Chcel som ísť von, ale začalo pršať." (which translates as "I wanted to go outside, but it started raining.").

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