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"Mas" is a form of "mas", a conjunction which is often translated as "but". "Algo" is a pronoun which is often translated as "something". Learn more about the difference between "algo" and "mas" below.
algo()
A pronoun is a word that stands in for a noun (e.g., she).
pronoun
a. something
Dame algo de comer.Give me something to eat.
b. anything (in questions)
¿Tienes algo que decirme?Do you have anything to say to me?
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. a little
¿Puedo tomar algo más?Can I have a little more?
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mas()
A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences (e.g., The cat and the dog slept.).
conjunction
1.
A word or phrase restricted in usage to literature or established writing (e.g., sex, once upon a time).
(literary)
(contrasting)
a. but
Soy un caballero valiente, mas no soy agresivo.I am a valiant knight, but I am not aggressive.
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