Sentence Connectors

JLPT N5 Japanese self-study　·　~10 min　·　Linking ideas: but, so, and, however

Single sentences are fine. But real conversation requires connecting ideas together. でも, だから, そして, それから — these four connectors will transform your Japanese.

What you'll learn

• Use でも for contrast (but)
• Use だから for reason/result (so)
• Use そして and それから to connect events

How to study “Sentence Connectors”

“Sentence Connectors” (Linking ideas: but, so, and, however) is a JLPT N5 chapter of our free Japanese self-study course, about 10 min. You learn by doing — flashcard drills and fill-in-the-blank quizzes graded on the spot — completely free, with no sign-up and no ad wall. Once it clicks, read the matching in-depth explainer over in Grammar.