however

US /ˌhaʊˈev.ɚ/
UK /ˌhaʊˈev.ɚ/
"however" picture
1.

no entanto, contudo

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.
Foi uma tarefa difícil; no entanto, conseguimos concluí-la a tempo.
She said she was tired; however, she continued to work.
Ela disse que estava cansada; no entanto, ela continuou a trabalhar.
2.

como, de qualquer forma

in whatever way; by whatever means

:
You can arrange the furniture however you like.
Você pode arrumar os móveis como quiser.
However difficult it may be, we must try.
Por mais difícil que seja, devemos tentar.