Surprising Results
Linking Language
'However', 'nevertheless', and 'nonetheless' connect two sentences and show an unexpected result to what has been stated in the preceding sentence. 'However' is the most common of these expressions, whereas 'nevertheless' and 'nonetheless' are more formal are generally used in written English.
However
Example:
"However, the hotel stayed open despite the impassable roads."
"However, we decided to lower our operating cost."
Nevertheless
Example:
"Nevertheless, if the multi-unit manager forgets to file he will be audited."
"Nevertheless, if we order take-out food we won't be able to stop working tonight."
Nonetheless
Example:
"Nonetheless, the bankers are convinced they can succeed in the restaurant business."
"Nonetheless, we are going to the Food Costing forum."