HSK 7

⋯⋯ 固然⋯⋯ ,但是/可是/不过⋯⋯

固然⋯⋯ ,但是/可是/不过⋯⋯

Explanation

This structure is used to admit a fact or advantage in the first clause (固然), while simultaneously adding a contrasting or more important point in the latter clause (但是/可是/不过). It emphasizes that although the first thing is true, there is still a limitation or a more important consideration. For example: 'This job 固然 pays well, but it is very stressful' means admitting the high pay, but the stress is the bigger issue.

Examples

一个人的成功,聪明固然重要,但是努力更重要。
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网络固然给我们带来了便利,可是也给我们带来了麻烦。
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这种方法固然有用,不过也不能解决根本问题。
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The grammar point “⋯⋯ 固然⋯⋯ ,但是/可是/不过⋯⋯” (固然⋯⋯ ,但是/可是/不过⋯⋯) is one of the key structures at HSK 7. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.

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