somehow
/ˈsʌmhaʊ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
In one way or another; in a way not yet known or explained; by some means
Adverb
Examples
This problem has to be tackled somehow.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “somehow” mean?
In one way or another; in a way not yet known or explained; by some means
Is “somehow” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.