German Expression · Native
Wie auch immer
anyway / whatever the case
Pronunciation: vee owkh IM-er
Meaning
Used to close a point, return to the main subject, or show that the exact details do not change the conclusion.
Example
Wie auch immer, wir müssen heute entscheiden.
Anyway, we have to decide today.
Practice tips
- Practice Wie auch immer out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German expression is for native-level learners.