however
pronunciation
How to pronounce however in British English:
UK [haʊˈevə(r)]
How to pronounce however in American English:
US [haʊˈevər]
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- Adverb:
- despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
- by contrast; on the other hand
- to whatever degree or extent
- in whatever way or manner
- in what way or manner or by what means (`however' is sometimes used as an intensive form of `how')
Word Origin
- however
- late 14c., from how + ever.
Synonym
Example
- 1. However -- such people do exist .
- 2. However those same low prices support demand .
- 3. However shouldn 't the economists focus on happiness ?
- 4. Widespread adoption of the new approach may however be difficult .
- 5. The ipad however was another story .