adverb

anyhoo

Anyhoo (adverb) means a casual, jokey way of saying "anyhow" — used to change the subject or get back on track after a tangent. Example: “Anyhoo, back to what I was saying before we got sidetracked.”

adverb

A casual, jokey way of saying "anyhow" — used to change the subject or get back on track after a tangent.

"Anyhoo, back to what I was saying before we got sidetracked."

"It rained the whole trip, but anyhoo, we still had fun."

How to use anyhoo

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA breezy, informal "anyway" — used to move a conversation along.

When to use it

Very informal and conversational; avoid it in writing that needs to sound professional.

Common pairings

anyhoo, moving on but anyhoo

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_____, back to what I was saying before we got sidetracked.

Etymology

A playful spin on "anyhow," echoing an old Scots pronunciation ("onyhoo").

Rhymes for anyhoo

oo too moo poo loo foo doo boo woo roo coo goo

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Frequently asked questions

What does “anyhoo” mean?

The word “anyhoo” means a casual, jokey way of saying "anyhow" — used to change the subject or get back on track after a tangent. In plain terms, a breezy, informal "anyway" — used to move a conversation along.

How do you use “anyhoo” in a sentence?

Here is “anyhoo” used in a sentence: “Anyhoo, back to what I was saying before we got sidetracked.”

What part of speech is “anyhoo”?

“Anyhoo” is an adverb.

What is the meaning of anyhoo?

"anyhoo" (adverb) means a casual, jokey way of saying "anyhow" — used to change the subject or get back on track after a tangent.