🇬🇧 However meaning: English Vocabulary Flash Card

"However" is used to show contrast between two ideas. It means something different or opposite is coming next in a sentence. For example, "I love cake. However, I don’t love the vegetables hiding inside carrot cake."

I planned to clean my room. However, my bed looked too comfy, so I took a nap instead.

I told my dog to sit. However, he heard “do whatever you want” and stole my snack.

I planned to save my allowance. However, the ice cream truck had other plans.

I wanted to be a pirate. However, I got seasick in the bathtub.

The spaghetti smelled amazing. However, it ended up on my shirt instead of my mouth.

A boy sees a red kite and wants to run. However the wind is weak. He blows hard, however the kite stays low. His dog pulls, however the kite does not fly. The boy sits, however the sky gets big and blue. He smiles however and tries once more; the kite flies and they cheer.

This word is at the A2 level, which means it’s useful for simple, everyday situations. You might use it when shopping, traveling, or talking about your hobbies. Words at this level help you build confidence in practical, routine conversations.

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