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how·ev·er

however

 
pronunciation:
haU e vr
parts of speech:
adverb, conjunction
part of speech: adverb
definition 1: in spite of that; yet.
It's winter; however, it's not very cold this year.
definition 2: on the other hand; by contrast.
I'd like to take a walk. However, we could just stay here and relax if you are tired.
definition 3: no matter how.
However hard he tried, he couldn't forget her.
 
part of speech: conjunction
definition: in whatever manner or way.
She doesn't have a car, but she gets to work however she can.