Toutefois (en. However)

/tu.tɑ.fwa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adverb

indicates an opposition or a restriction regarding a previous statement.

He was tired, however he decided to continue.

Il était fatigué, toutefois il a décidé de continuer.

expresses a nuance or contrast with a stated idea.

However, it is important to note that the stakes are significant.

Toutefois, il est important de noter que les enjeux sont considérables.

used to introduce an argument that contrasts with what has been said previously.

We lost time, however we gained experience.

Nous avons perdu du temps, toutefois nous avons acquis de l'expérience.

Formed from 'toute' and 'fois', originating from Old French.

However, one must be cautious.

However, it is necessary to be careful.

Toutefois, il faut être prudent.

It was raining, however the children were playing in the park.

Despite the rain, the children were having fun in the park.

Il pleuvait, toutefois les enfants jouaient dans le parc.

The results are satisfactory, however they can be improved.

The results are good, however there are opportunities for progress.

Les résultats sont satisfaisants, toutefois ils peuvent être améliorés.

however

It also means 'despite that', used to mark a contrast.

cependant

nevertheless

Term used to indicate that there is an opposition to what has been said.

néanmoins

all

Indicates the totality or universal character of something.

toute

Not really, but one can say that it is acceptable.

It's a bit complicated, however we can sort it out.

C'est un peu compliqué, toutefois on peut l'arranger.

Used informally to soften a criticism.

It's strange, however it might work.

C'est bizarre, toutefois ça peut marcher.