However meaning in English

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Definition

however: but, even so, though; in spite of this, despite this; nevertheless, nonetheless conjunctionadverb
Bruno lost his ability to smell, however he still creates perfumes. The fact that he can't smell the perfume doesn't matter.
however much it costs: no matter how conjunctionadverb
However can also mean No matter how in the following constructions:
However rich he may be, he doesn't want to stop working. It doesn't matter how rich he becomes, he doesn't want to stop working.
(= No matter how rich he may be)
This exercise, however easy (it may be), must be finished. This exercise, even though it might be very easy, must be finished.

UK: We will allow you to travel however you like.
US: However is a nice word; however it's sometimes difficult to use.

Examples

  • "The following winter however, Bruno suffered an unfortunate accident that would change his life forever."
  • "Ms. Lohan already sits on our board of trustees, however she is considering investing a large amount of capital in the company, which would allow us to finally purchase the island zoo that Horatio keeps asking for."
  • "Fortunately, however, a few fragments were spared, and I have put them in the bucket next to this letter."
  • "Brian : However, as you can see, his accent is still a little... strong."
  • "The following winter however, Bruno suffered an unfortunate accident which would change the course of his destiny."
  • "However, I want the final say on this new hire."
  • "Before you see him, however, I have some bad news."
  • "I hope to tour your factory during operating hours, however I don't want to disturb the production process!"
  • "During my travels, however, I realized something: Although I'm an awesome person, my place is here, at the Delavigne Corporation."
  • "Ms. Lohan already sits on our board of trustees, however she is considering investing a large amount of capital in the company, which would allow us to finally purchase the island zoo that everyone keeps asking about."
  • "Eventually I did manage to finish it however, at which time I enjoyed another good laugh."
  • "However, sometimes resumés don't tell the whole story."
  • "I've made a decision, however, and rather than follow in my grandfather's footsteps, and live his dream, I've decided to pursue my own dream. Ladies and gentleman, I've decided to become..."
  • "What you do in your own time is up to you, however since there is a high risk that this demonstration could erupt in violence, I would prefer that no one leave work early to attend."
  • "However, you really need to improve your vocabulary."
  • "Perhaps you are a purist and limit yourself to downloading pornography and heavy metal music, however whether you are podcasting vegan recipes or ranting about Venezuelan foreign policy on a message board, it seems clear that the Web has become less of an occasional tool than a full-time distraction."
  • "However, due to some good PR work..."
  • "Certainly there are companies which have had success with this kind of initiative, however I am reluctant to set aside time for naps at this time."
  • "However, I would like to offer you a voucher for $1 off your next purchase from our wide soup range."
  • "Steffi : However, it seems to be inaccurate."

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