es pobre, pero

is poor, but

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is poor, but Used to contrast someone's poverty with a positive quality, action, or attitude. The subject is usually understood from context or stated before the phrase.

SP: Mi vecino es pobre, pero siempre ayuda a los demás.

EN: My neighbor is poor, but he always helps others.

Es pobre, pero no le importa el dinero.

He is poor, but he doesn't care about money.

Él es pobre, pero tiene buen ánimo.

He is poor, but he has a good spirit.

George es pobre, pero siempre está feliz.

George is poor, but he is always happy.

Es pobre, pero valiente y honesto.

He is poor, but brave and honest.

— O Auto da Compadecida (2000)

Tom es pobre, pero está feliz.

Tom is poor, but he is happy.

Ella es pobre, pero es feliz.

She is poor, but she is happy.

Es pobre, pero feliz.

He is poor, but happy.

Él es pobre, pero es muy orgulloso para pedir ayuda.

He is poor, but he is too proud to ask for help.

Es pobre, pero no se preocupa por el dinero.

He is poor, but he doesn't worry about money.