雖說...，但是/可是/不過... is a concession pattern in a slightly more colloquial-explanatory style than formal 雖然 structures.
Acknowledgment then contrast - accepts one side then pivots
Flexible connector choice - 但是/可是/不過 tune tone
Natural spoken argumentation - common in discussion and negotiation
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Connector choice affects tone
- 可是/不過 often sound more conversational.
Keep second clause substantively contrasting
- Avoid trivial continuation.
Do not confuse with simple topic shift
- It should preserve concession logic.
Though pricey,quality is indeed good.
Though time is tight,we can still finish.
Though the process is troublesome,it is safer.
Though he is young,his experience is not bad.
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