> 'However' is longer than 'that said'. We're both nitpicking at this point: "however" is shorter than "that said" according to two out of three relevant metri

> 'However' is longer than 'that said'. We're both nitpicking at this point: "however" is shorter than "that said" according to two out of three relevant metrics: "however": 1 word, 3 syllables, 7 characters "that said": 2 words, 2 syllables, 9 characters That said, it's a waste of time to worry about the difference anyway. Keep in mind that we aren't minifying JS or hand-optimizing processor code. When it comes to natural-language communication between humans, not every byte matters. Use the words that sound natural to you for your intended audience. Weigh feedback from trusted coworkers and members of that audience.