however

however
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or another adverb (e.g., très, gentiment).
adverb
a. cependant
I like listening to music. However, I don't like going to concerts.J’aime écouter de la musique. Cependant, je n’aime pas aller à des concerts.
b. toutefois
The project seems feasible. However, it will take time to implement.Le projet semble réalisable. Toutefois, sa mise en œuvre prendra du temps.
c. pourtant
Critics loved the film. However, it wasn't a box-office success.Les critiques ont adoré le film. Pourtant, il n’a pas eu de succès au box-office.
a. aussi (used with "que")
However strange it may seem, Philip's telling the truth.Aussi étrange que cela puisse paraître, Philip dit la vérité.
b. quelle que soit la manière dont (conjunction phrase)
However the truth comes out, it will hurt.Quelle que soit la manière dont la vérité sera révélée, elle sera douloureuse.
a. comment
However did you get there?Comment y es-tu arrivée ?
A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses (e.g., et, ou).
conjunction
a. comme
Do your hair however you like.Coiffez-vous comme vous voulez.
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