ἀλλά

conjunction (adversative particle) conjunction (adversative particle)
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Definition

but; on the contrary, rather—marking a contrast or correction, and often introducing an objection or a transition to a new point.

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"ἀλλά"

Type: coordinating (adversative)

Function: introduces contrast or correction; often translated 'but', 'rather', 'on the contrary'; can mark a transition to a new point

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