Definitions
- Used to introduce a contrasting statement or idea. - Used to indicate a shift in thought or direction. - Used to express a degree of uncertainty or reservation.
- Used to indicate that something continues to be true or exist. - Used to express that something remains the same despite a change in circumstances. - Used to indicate that something is surprising or unexpected.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are used to indicate a contrast or continuation.
- 2Both can be used to connect ideas or thoughts.
- 3Both can be used in the middle of a sentence.
- 4Both can be used to express a degree of uncertainty or surprise.
What is the difference?
- 1Function: However is primarily used as a conjunction to introduce a contrasting idea, while still is an adverb used to indicate continuity or consistency.
- 2Contrast: However is used to introduce a contrasting idea, while still is used to indicate that something remains the same despite a change in circumstances.
- 3Position: However is usually placed at the beginning of a sentence, while still can be used in various positions within a sentence.
- 4Usage: However is more formal and commonly used in written language, while still is more informal and used in both written and spoken language.
- 5Frequency: Still is more commonly used than however in everyday language.
Remember this!
However and still are both words used to indicate a contrast or continuation. However, however is primarily used as a conjunction to introduce a contrasting idea, while still is an adverb used to indicate continuity or consistency. Additionally, however is more formal and commonly used in written language, while still is more informal and used in both written and spoken language.
