Subalit (en. But)

/suˈbalit/

Slang Meanings

but
I would like to join, but I have work.
Gusto ko sanang sumama, subalit may trabaho ako.
however
He is happy, however, he has sadness in his heart.
Masaya siya, subalit may lungkot siya sa puso.
that's why
I'm already there, that's why he's not yet here.
Nandiyan na ako, subalit hindi pa siya.