Regarding

Pronunciation: /rɪˈɡɑrdɪŋ/

Definitions of regarding

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

Example Sentences

A1 I have a question regarding the homework assignment.

A2 Could you provide more information regarding the upcoming event?

B1 I need clarification regarding the new company policy.

B2 The report contains detailed information regarding the project timeline.

C1 The expert gave a thorough explanation regarding the impact of climate change.

C2 The panel discussion covered various perspectives regarding the future of artificial intelligence.

Examples of regarding in a Sentence

formal I am writing to inquire regarding the status of my application.

informal I wanted to ask you about the details regarding the party next week.

slang Can you fill me in on what's up regarding the new project?

figurative The artist's painting left many questions regarding its meaning.

Grammatical Forms of regarding

• past tense: regarded
• plural: regardings
• present tense: regarding
• future tense: will regard
• perfect tense: have regarded
• continuous tense: is regarding
• singular: regarding
• positive degree: regarding
• infinitive: to regard
• gerund: regarding
• participle: regarding

Origin and Evolution of regarding

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'regarding' originated from the combination of the prefix 're-' meaning 'back' or 'again' and the word 'gard' which means 'to keep, tend, or look at'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'regarding' has evolved to be commonly used in modern English to indicate concerning or with respect to something.