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Korean
I can lose 2kg only if I restrict to eat. Does this sound natural?
A little unnatural
I can lose 2kg but only if I restrict what I eat.
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A little unnatural
I can lose 2kg but only if I restrict what I eat.
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Thank you.
Why do I need to put "but"?
A little unnatural
You could say I can lose 2kg only if I restrict what I eat but it's more natural if 'but' is used.
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A little unnatural
It also gives the reason or explanation of how it will be done.
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