2006-09-21 03:55:37 · 5 answers · asked by ANGIO 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
It should never be used in civilized language. However, I'm using it right now....
But who ever said I was civilized???
2006-09-21 04:03:48 · answer #1 · answered by Andy FF1,2,CrTr,4,5,6,7,8,9,10 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Often used instead of "if".
"If" indicates some doubt.
"However" indicates what must be done or qualifies a first statement or hypothesis.
EX1: We can balance our budget "if" the will exists.
EX2: We can balance our budget "if" congress controls spending.
EX3: We will balance our budget. "However", Congress must stop earmarks, and etc.
EX4: We can balance our budget, "However", Congress has lost control of spending.
2006-09-21 11:12:58 · answer #2 · answered by ed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use it often; however, I am an program administrator and constantly have to type professional letters and/or emails so it is acceptable and appropriate for me to us it.
2006-09-21 10:59:48 · answer #3 · answered by PaganPoetess 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't see anything wrong with it. I use it all the time.
2006-09-21 11:59:44 · answer #4 · answered by tangerine 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds better than 'but'
2006-09-21 11:02:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋