how
word
/ˈhaʊ/
HOW
/hˈaʊ/
HOW
Definition
Used to ask about the way or manner something happens or is done, or to ask about the condition or state of something.
Usage & Nuances
Common in both formal and informal contexts. Often appears in questions starting with 'How do you...?' or 'How is...?' Also used in expressions like 'How about...' to suggest or ask opinions. Don't confuse with 'what' which asks for information rather than manner.
Spanish: cómoPortuguese (BR): comoPortuguese (PT): comoChinese (Simplified): 如何 - 怎么Chinese (Traditional): 如何 - 怎麼Hindi: कैसेArabic: كيفBengali: কীভাবে - কেমন করেRussian: какJapanese: どうやって - どのように - どうVietnamese: như thế nào - ra sao - bằng cách nàoKorean: 어떻게Turkish: nasılUrdu: کیسےIndonesian: bagaimana
Example Sentences
How is the weather today?
basic
Tell me how to get to the station.
basic
How do you make this cake?
basic
Do you know how he feels about the situation?
natural
I was surprised by how easy the test was.
natural
How about going out for dinner tonight?
natural