American English
/ˌhaʊˈɛ.vɚ/
3 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
used to introduce a fact that contrasts with what was just said
You will usually hear the strongest beat on the middle syllable: how-EV-er (/ˌhaʊˈɛvɚ/). In natural speech, the first syllable may be lighter (/haʊˈɛvɚ/).
used to introduce a fact that contrasts with what was just said
The hotel was expensive. However, it was very comfortable.
I was tired; however, I finished the work.
However, + subject + verb
Subject + verb; however, + subject + verb
used to say that the way something is done does not matter
However you solve the problem, check your answer.
You can arrange the chairs however you like.
However + subject + verb, subject + verb
Subject + verb + however + subject + verb
used before a describing word to mean “no matter how”
However difficult the test is, do your best.
However carefully she drives, she still gets nervous.
however much · however hard
However + describing word + subject + verb, subject + verb
Subject + verb, however + describing word + subject + verb
in any way you want
Choose whichever seat you like and arrange the room however you like.
no matter how much
However much I practice, I still make mistakes.
no matter how hard
However hard he tries, he cannot open the jar.