んだけど・んですが

This pattern links clauses with a soft contrast or expectation, similar to 'but' or 'and' in English. んだけど is more casual and often used with friends or in informal writing, while んですが is the polite/conservative version used in slightly more formal situations or when you’re presenting something and awaiting the listener’s reaction or permission. It can also soften a request, invitation, or explanation, making the statement feel less direct. Both forms imply that there is more to say or that you’re inviting empathy, agreement, or a continuation of the conversation.