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The Latvian word "a" is a conjunction meaning "but" or "and."

The word 'a' here is used as a conjunction meaning 'but', indicating contrast between the two clauses.

Es gribu apmeklēt koncertu, a viņš negrib.

I want to attend the concert, but he does not want to.

Here, 'a vai' is used to present an alternative, translating to 'or' in English.

Vai šī kleita ir zilā, a vai melnā krāsā?

Is this dress in blue, or in black color?

In this sentence, 'a citādi' functions as 'otherwise', showing a consequence if the first clause is not acted upon.

Mums ir jāsteidzas, a citādi nokavēsim.

We need to hurry, otherwise we will be late.