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However

Yes, however is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.

What does however mean?

adverb

  1. despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession) although I'm a little afraid, however I'd like to try it
  2. by contrast; on the other hand the first part was easy; the second, however, took hours
  3. to whatever degree or extent The results, however general, are important

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for however

Word facts

Letters7
Vowels / consonants3 / 4
Scrabble points16
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of however

  • whoever

Words you can make from however

Unscramble HOWEVER for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is however a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. However is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is however worth in Scrabble?

However is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does however mean?

However means: despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession).