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What does pero quien mean in English?

"Pero quien" in English means "But who"

It is a common phrase used in Spanish to express surprise or disbelief when someone is identified or something is revealed.

For example:

* "¡Pero quien es ese hombre!" - "But who is that man!"

* "Pero quien te dijo eso?" - "But who told you that?"

It essentially translates to "But, wait a minute, who is this?" or "But who would do/say that?"

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