how
adverb · noun
Simple meaning
In what way.
Pronunciation
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howIPA pronunciation (US)
ˈhaʊ
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Definition
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adverb
interrogative
In what manner
interrogativedegree
To what degree or extent.
In what form, shape, measure, quantity, etc.
With what meaning or effect.
By what title or what name.
With overtones of why, for what reason.
noun
The means by which something is accomplished.
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