anyhow
Translation
anyhow, anyway
Examples
It was raining, but we went anyhow.
It was raining, but we went anyhow.
Anyhow, let's get back to the main point.
Anyhow, let's get back to the main point.
He just threw his clothes on the floor anyhow.
He just threw his clothes on the floor anyhow.
Grammar Patterns
..., but ... anyhow. despite the situation It was difficult, but I did it anyhow.
Anyhow, ... used to change the subject Anyhow, let's move on to the next topic.
verb + ... + anyhow in a careless way Don't just throw your things down anyhow.
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Etymology
A compound of 'any' + 'how'. Literally 'in any way'.
Memory Tips
'Anyhow' and 'anyway' are often interchangeable, but 'anyway' is more common. Think of it as 'in spite of that' or 'let's change the subject'.