Comma necessary after 'thus', 'however' and 'hence'?

[frogboxer]

Comma necessary after 'thus', 'however' and 'hence' in these?


He was convicted for the offense; thus he spent 90 days in the county jail.


I don't like her; however she is quite pretty.


I am not going to comment at this time; hence don't ask me another damn question!

thanks

 

[Grumpy]

In these examples, I would say yes: in particular, after "however". However, I'm sure other BrE speakers would disagree; thus confusing you, and hence prolonging this thread.

 

[bhaisahab]

Is a comma necessary after 'thus', 'however' and 'hence' in these?


He was convicted for the offense; thus he spent 90 days in the county jail.


I don't like her; however she is quite pretty.


I am not going to comment at this time; hence don't ask me another damn question!

thanks

I would use comma after "however". However, I don't find any of the sentences very natural.