curriculum/challenges/english/blocks/learn-how-to-ask-and-share-about-educational-and-professional-background/65f31898ad2ed9c3b1a4c9b3.md
In everyday conversations, you can use a structure where you start with a statement, and then use but to show contrast. This can be especially useful when you want to show how you've turned challenges into learning opportunities. For example:
I didn't have much experience in this field, but I learned a lot about consistency in my previous job. - Here, the first part shows a challenge (not having much experience), and the second part after but shows something positive (gaining knowledge about consistency).
I didn't study computer science at university, BLANK I majored in electrical engineering. It wasn't exactly tech-related, BLANK I learned a lot about problem solving and critical thinking.
but
It shows there is something more to say that might surprise you. It connects two ideas.
but
Using this word here means there is a good side to the story. It connects two parts of what you are saying.
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