where should a comma be placed in a sentence with the word however in the middle
If it is the first word in a sentence and is used to mean to whatever extent, you do not need a comma. However the prisoner escaped, he certainly left behind evidence.. When it is used as a conjunctive in the middle of a sentence, use a semi colon before it and a comma after it.She loves chocolate; however, she is lactose intolerant.. When used as a conjunctive at the end of a sentence, use a comma before it. just now. Report Abuse. usually the comma will go after.....and in some cases a semicolon; should be placed before the 'however' if it is in the middle of a sentence....this is not a problem if the 'however' is at the start of the sentence.....