A。しかし、～B。 (A. Shikashi, ~B.)
Explanation
Expresses contrast or contradiction between two clauses; 'A, but B', 'A, however B'.
Formation
Sentence A + しかし + Sentence B.
Detailed Explanation
The grammar point A。しかし、～B。 is used to show contrast or contradiction between two clauses. It can be translated as 'A, but B' or 'A, however B' in English. しかし is placed between two sentences to indicate a contrast between them.
Examples
今日は忙しい。しかし、時間があるなら、コーヒーを飲もう。
Kyou wa isogashii. Shikashi, jikan ga aru nara, koohii o nomou.
I'm busy today. However, if I have time, let's have coffee.
その映画は面白かった。しかし、長すぎました。
Sono eiga wa omoshirokatta. Shikashi, nagasugimashita.
The movie was interesting. But, it was too long.
彼は疲れていた。しかし、宿題を終わらせた。
Kare wa tsukareteita. Shikashi, shukudai o owaraseta.
He was tired. However, he finished his homework.
部屋は狭いです。しかし、便利な場所にあります。
Heya wa semai desu. Shikashi, benri na basho ni arimasu.
The room is small. But, it is in a convenient location.
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.