但し書き

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 但し書き is read ただしがき.
• Basic usage: It refers to a brief proviso or fine-print note that limits a condition or adds an exception to the main text.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Stating that one exists
  • 但し書きがある indicates that a document contains a separate proviso.
• Object being checked
  • In 但し書きを読む, を marks the note being read.