How
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /haʊ/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: How is an adverb meaning (interrogative, degree) To what degree or extent.
Meaning
(interrogative, degree) To what degree or extent.
More Meanings
- (interrogative) In what manner:
- (interrogative) In what state or condition.
- (fused relative) In the manner in which.
- (fused relative) In any manner in which; in whatever way; however.
- (relative, nonstandard, modifying a word like way or manner) In which.
- (exclamative) Used as a modifier to indicate surprise, delight, or other strong feelings in an exclamation.
- (informal) That, the fact that.
Example Sentences
How are you?
How was your vacation?
How often do you practice?
How soon can I see the doctor?
Word Forms
- hows
- how's
- howe
- howgh
Synonyms for how
Depending on context, synonyms include however.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include however, often, then, could, very, know.
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