GrammarJLPT N5
however
Conjunction

Also written as 然し

Definitions

  1. 1. however
  2. 2. but
A conjunction meaning "however" or "but." It is used to introduce a contrasting or opposing statement, similar to "however" in English, and is slightly more formal than でも.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Initial · simple i+1

However, that's wrong.

Sentence 1

I called. But they didn't pick up.

Sentence 2

I put on the outfit. However, it was too small.

Sentence 3

The dog is small. However, it has a huge bark.

Sentence 4

I asked her. However, she won't answer.

Sentence 5

I know how. However, I can't do it.