After understanding the basic knowledge of which and but, let's take a look at their specific differences ~ (@ _ @) ~
1, different grammars and usages
"Where": a conjunction, usually used for comparison and turning point between sentences, which leads to equivalent comparable conditions or comparison places.
My sister likes to stay indoors, while I like to stay outdoors. My sister likes to stay indoors, but I prefer to stay outdoors. )
"But": often used as a turning point, which leads to the opposite or different content from the previous sentence, and is often used between negation and affirmation.
I want to go to the party, but I have to study for the exam. )
2. The specific tone and effect are different.
"Where": often used in formal literary works, academic papers, business letters, etc. , the tone is relatively heavy, and it can express the contrast and turning point very accurately.
The company's profit increased by 20% last year, and this year's profit has increased by stages. Last year, the profits of this company increased by 20%. However, this year's profits have stagnated. )
"But": used in oral and daily writing, the tone is more relaxed and casual, which can lead to unexpected information, and can also be used humorously to blur a certain point of view.
Example: I love you, but please don't eat the last slice of pizza. I love you, but please don't eat the leftover pizza. )
3. Different sentence structures
"Where": It is often used in complex sentences to express the contrast between two clauses more clearly.
I like pizza and pasta, while my sister likes sushi and rice. I like pizza and pasta, but my sister likes sushi and rice. )
"But": It can be used in different types of sentences, such as complex sentences, simple sentences and complex sentences.
Ex.: Although it was raining outside, I went for a walk, but then I regressed. Although it was raining outside, I went for a walk, but later I regretted it. )
4. Different guiding contents
"Fan": it is often used to guide the relative relationship between the two clauses before and after and compare the differences between two things or two concepts.
Interns work hard every day, while executives come and go freely. Interns work hard every day, but senior managers can come in and out at will. )
"But": it is often used to guide the direct relationship between the two clauses before and after, and is usually linked together logically.
I was very tired after work, but I still went to the gym. After work, I was very tired, but I still went to the gym. )
5. Different ways of use and urgency.
"Where": usually used to express some form of contrast and confrontation. The contrast is more rigorous, like two people with pistols.
The two teams were neck and neck in the game, but at the last minute, the blue team won. The whole game was close, but at the last moment, the blue team won with great strength. )
"But": The usage is usually casual, it is a kind way to express something, which makes people feel like joking.
I don't like reading novels very much, but if a friend recommends one to me, I may give it a try. Actually, I don't like reading novels very much, but if my friends recommend me, I might try. )