[General] "But" means "Except"?

[Williamyh]

Hi Everybody,

Recently I watched the American TV drama called "Breaking Bad", I got following conversation, I was wondering if "But" means "Except"....
Is it No one but you = No one except you? Please advise.


Actor A: Did your family know you got cancer?

Actor B: No one but you.


W

 

[1984law]

Hi Everybody,

Recently I watched the American TV drama called "Breaking Bad", I got following conversation, I was wondering if "But" means "Except"....
Is it No one but you = No one except you? Please advise.


Actor A: Did your family know you got cancer?

Actor B: No one but you.


W

Hi, there

you are right! In this case BUT means exept for (the doctor).;-)