however

• حرف أو ظرف ربط يُستعمل لاستئناف كلام يخالف أو يقيّد ما سبقه، بمعنى «مع ذلك» أو «غير أن» أو «على الرغم من ذلك». يأتي غالبًا في أول الجملة أو الجملة الاعتراضية، وقد يُفصل بفاصلة.

A conjunctive adverb used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or qualifies the previous one, meaning "nevertheless", "still", or "despite that." It often appears at the start of a clause or sentence, sometimes set off by a comma.

1. Nevertheless / In spite of thatB2formal

   Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has just been said.

   ومع ذلك

   • He was tired; however, he finished the marathon.
   • The project was over budget; however, the client was satisfied with the result.
   • She had little experience, however she performed exceptionally well in the interview.

   المرادفاتall the sameeven soneverthelessnonethelessnotwithstandingregardlessstillthoughyet

2. In any case / Regardless of the circumstancesB1formal

   Indicates that a statement applies no matter what the previous situation or condition is.

   في كل الأحوال

   • I will attend the meeting tomorrow, however it may be postponed.
   • You should submit the report today, however the deadline is extended.
   • However you choose to travel, make sure you have a valid passport.

   المرادفاتat any rateirrespectiveneverthelessnonethelessregardless

3. To any degree / No matter howC1formal

   Used with adjectives, adverbs, or clauses to mean ‘to whatever extent’ or ‘no matter how’.

   مهما كان

   • However hard she tried, she couldn't solve the puzzle.
   • You may be however busy, you still need to take a break.
   • However far we travel, the memories stay with us.

• أداة ربط تدل على المخالفة أو الاستدراك، بمعنى 'لكن' أو 'غير أن'، وتُستعمل أيضًا في السياق الشرطي بمعنى 'مهما كان' أو 'كيفما كان'.

A subordinating conjunction used to introduce a clause expressing an indefinite manner, meaning 'in any way' or 'no matter how'; indicates that the result remains unchanged regardless of the method or manner of action.

1. In any way / Whatever mannerB2formal

   Used as a subordinating conjunction to introduce a clause indicating that something is true or will happen regardless of the manner, method, or way in which it is done. Expresses indifference to the specific approach: 'in any way', 'no matter how', 'by whatever means'.

   طريقة أو كيفية غير محددة

   • However you look at it, it's still a mess.
   • You can do it however you like.
   • However they decide to proceed, we should be prepared.
   • She will support you however you choose to handle the situation.
   • However you slice it, the results are undeniable.