ですが (Desuga) is a Japanese conjunction meaning “but, however, (and) yet, nevertheless”.

Meanings

  1. conjunctionbut; however; (and) yet; nevertheless; still; for all that

Examples

  • I'm sorry to say I don't remember your name.

  • Could you do me a favor? Will you lend me some money?

  • I may be a hopeless fool, but please be kind to me.

Sentences from Tatoeba (CC BY 2.0 FR).