1. As a conjunctive adverb:
* Punctuation: "However" is usually preceded by a semicolon and followed by a comma.
* Example: "The weather was terrible; however, we still had a great time."
2. At the beginning of a sentence:
* Punctuation: "However" is followed by a comma.
* Example: "However, the weather was terrible, so we decided to stay inside."
3. As a parenthetical phrase:
* Punctuation: "However" is placed between commas.
* Example: "We were all tired, however, we still managed to finish the project."
Key points to remember:
* "However" is not always required to be followed by a comma. It depends on the sentence structure and the intended meaning.
* "However" should never be used in place of a comma, semicolon, or period.
* The correct punctuation will help ensure clarity and avoid confusion.
Remember, the best way to determine the correct punctuation is to read the sentence aloud and see what sounds most natural.