Spanish phrase
Sí, pero ~.
Meaning
Yes but ___.
When to use it
Grants approval with a stated condition. Used in negotiations or decisions to agree while adding limits like amounts or deadlines, polite but constrained.
Example dialogue
Sí, pero puedo aprobar solo hasta 5000 euros.
Yes but I can approve only up to 5,000 euros.
De acuerdo, lo ajustaré y se lo envío hoy.
All right, I'll adjust it and send it to you today.