This is the 224th most frequent Malay word.
bagaimanapun
"Bagaimanapun" means "however" or "anyway" in English.
Bagaimanapun is used here as a transitional word meaning 'however', introducing a contrasting statement.
Bagaimanapun, kita harus menghormati keputusan itu.
However, we must respect that decision.
Bagaimanapun is used as a relative pronoun here, meaning 'whatever', referring to any possible scenario.
Bagaimanapun keadaan berubah, persahabatan kita tetap kekal.
Whatever the circumstances change, our friendship remains solid.
Bagaimanapun in this sentence connects two contrasting clauses, emphasizing the unexpected nature of the latter statement.