Definitions
- Used to introduce a statement or topic that is not directly related to the previous discussion. - Used to indicate that something will happen or be done regardless of any obstacles or difficulties. - Used to express a lack of concern or indifference towards a situation or outcome.
- Used to introduce a contrasting or contradictory statement or idea. - Used to indicate a limitation or exception to a previous statement. - Used to express a degree of uncertainty or hesitation in making a statement.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are used to introduce a new idea or statement.
- 2Both words can be used to indicate a contrast or contradiction.
- 3Both words can be used as adverbs to modify a sentence.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Anyhow is more informal and casual, while however is more formal and appropriate for academic or professional writing.
- 2Meaning: Anyhow is used to introduce a statement that is not directly related to the previous discussion, while however is used to introduce a contrasting or contradictory statement.
- 3Tone: Anyhow can express a lack of concern or indifference, while however expresses a degree of uncertainty or hesitation.
- 4Position: Anyhow is usually placed at the beginning of a sentence, while however can be placed at the beginning, middle, or end of a sentence.
- 5Frequency: Anyhow is less commonly used than however in everyday language.
Remember this!
Anyhow and however are both used to introduce new ideas or statements. However, they differ in terms of formality, meaning, tone, position in a sentence, and frequency of use. Anyhow is more informal and unrelated to the previous discussion, while however introduces a contrasting or contradictory statement. Anyhow expresses indifference or lack of concern, while however indicates uncertainty or hesitation.
