The correct usage depends on the context, generally speaking, you will need to use “however” as one word.
However
However is used as a conjunction or adverb to indicate contrast or to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has been said previously. For example:
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- “I thought the test was easy; however, my friend found it difficult.”
- “She was feeling unwell. However, she decided to go to work.
How ever
How ever is a less common phrase, and it’s used for emphasis, typically in questions or exclamations. It separates “how” and “ever” to emphasize the word “ever.” For example:
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- “How ever did you manage to finish that project in one day?”
- “How ever can you say that?”
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In most cases where you’re indicating contrast or an exception, “however” is the correct choice. “How ever” is much more specific and less commonly used.
