This is the 221st most frequent Ukrainian word.
проте
"Проте" means "however" or "but" in English.
Connecting two clauses where the second presents a contrasting situation to the first.
Він старався, проте не досяг успіху.
He tried, but he did not succeed.
Introducing a contrast or preference in a statement.
Мені подобаються фільми, проте я більше люблю книги.
I like movies, but I prefer books more.
Providing a contrast or a condition following an agreement.