however

US /ˌhaʊˈev.ɚ/
UK /ˌhaʊˈev.ɚ/
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1.

cependant, toutefois

used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or contradicts something that has been said previously

:
It was a difficult task; however, we managed to complete it on time.
C'était une tâche difficile ; cependant, nous avons réussi à la terminer à temps.
She said she was tired; however, she continued to work.
Elle a dit qu'elle était fatiguée ; cependant, elle a continué à travailler.
2.

comme, quelle que soit la manière

in whatever way; by whatever means

:
You can arrange the furniture however you like.
Vous pouvez arranger les meubles comme vous voulez.
However difficult it may be, we must try.
Quelle que soit la difficulté, nous devons essayer.