Here are some ways to understand "however":
* Contrast: It sets up a contrast between two ideas, often by introducing a different perspective or situation.
* Unexpectedness: It signals that what follows is surprising or unexpected based on what was previously stated.
* Transition: It helps smoothly transition between different ideas, even if those ideas are contradictory.
Examples:
* "The weather was terrible, however, the game was still amazing." (Contrast: bad weather vs. good game)
* "I thought the movie would be boring, however, I found it quite engaging." (Unexpectedness: expectation of boredom vs. enjoyment)
* "He studied hard for the exam. However, he still didn't pass." (Transition: hard work vs. failure)
Think of "however" as a little bridge that connects two different pieces of information, even if they seem to disagree.