Cool MateMeaning of However
In simple words: but; shows contrast between two ideas.
However in a sentence
- He was feeling bad. He went to work, however, and tried to concentrate.
- We thought the figures were correct. However, we have now discovered some errors.
- He wanted to take no risks, however small.
- She has the window open, however cold it is outside.
- However carefully I explained, she still didn't understand.
- However you look at it, it's going to cost a lot.
- It's easy to reach the city centre, however you choose to travel.
How to use However
Use 'however' to introduce a contrasting idea in a sentence. It's suitable in both spoken and written English but more common in formal writing. Avoid using it at the beginning of informal conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone conjunction
Memory hint
Think of 'how' to change direction, just like 'however' shows contrast.
Related words
Collocations with However
- however, you should
- however, it is important
- however, I believe
Synonyms for However
Opposites of However
Common mistakes with However
- Confused with 'how ever' which means in what way.
- Omitting a comma before 'however' when it starts a sentence.
- Using 'however' inappropriately in very casual contexts.
Compare However with Nevertheless, Nonetheless, But, Yet, Still
However appears in
However in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ومع ذلك
لكن؛ يظهر التباين بين فكرتين.
- Bengaliবাংলা
তবে
কিন্তু; দুটি ধারণার মধ্যে বৈপরীত্য দেখায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Jedoch, Aber, Allerdings
aber; zeigt einen Gegensatz zwischen zwei Ideen an.
- SpanishEspañol
Sin embargo
pero; muestra contraste entre dos ideas.
- Persianفارسی
اما، با این حال، ولی
اما؛ تضاد بین دو ایده را نشان میدهد.
- FrenchFrançais
Cependant, toutefois, pourtant
mais ; montre un contraste entre deux idées.
- Hindiहिन्दी
हालांकि
लेकिन; दो विचारों के बीच का विपरीत दिखाता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Tuttavia, però, comunque
ma; mostra un contrasto tra due idee.
- PortuguesePortuguês
No entanto, Contudo, Porém
mas; mostra contraste entre duas ideias.
- RussianРусский
Однако, впрочем, тем не менее
но; показывает контраст между двумя идеями.
- Urduاردو
تاہم، لیکن، تاہم
لیکن؛ دو خیالات کے درمیان تضاد ظاہر کرتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
然而
但是；显示两个想法之间的对比。
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Frequently asked questions about However
What does However mean?
but; shows contrast between two ideas.
What is the definition of However?
used to introduce a statement that contrasts with something that has just been said
How do you use However in a sentence?
He was feeling bad. He went to work, however, and tried to concentrate.
Can you give another example of However?
We thought the figures were correct. However, we have now discovered some errors.
What are synonyms for However?
Common alternatives include nevertheless, nonetheless, but, yet, still.
What is the opposite of However?
Opposite meanings include therefore, consequently.
What words go with However?
It commonly pairs with however, you should, however, it is important, however, I believe.
What are common mistakes when using However?
Confused with 'how ever' which means in what way. Omitting a comma before 'however' when it starts a sentence. Using 'however' inappropriately in very casual contexts.
How do you pronounce However?
US: /["/haʊˈevər/"]/, UK: /["/haʊˈevə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use However?
Use 'however' to introduce a contrasting idea in a sentence. It's suitable in both spoken and written English but more common in formal writing. Avoid using it at the beginning of informal conversations.
What CEFR level is However?
"However" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.