Respecting

Pronunciation: /rɪˈspɛktɪŋ/

Definitions of respecting

verb used as a present participle of the verb 'respect', meaning to show regard or consideration for someone or something'

Example Sentences

A1 I am respecting my elders by listening to their stories.

A2 She is respecting her teacher by following the classroom rules.

B1 The company is respecting the privacy of its customers by not sharing their personal information.

B2 The government is respecting the rights of its citizens by allowing peaceful protests.

C1 The judge is respecting the law by ensuring a fair trial for all parties involved.

C2 The professor is respecting academic integrity by citing all sources in her research paper.

Examples of respecting in a Sentence

formal Respecting the rules and regulations is essential in maintaining order within the organization.

informal We should all make sure we're respecting each other's boundaries.

slang Dude, you gotta start respecting your elders, man.

figurative Respecting nature is crucial for our survival on this planet.

Grammatical Forms of respecting

• past tense: respected
• plural: respecting
• comparative: more respecting
• superlative: most respecting
• present tense: respecting
• future tense: will respect
• perfect tense: have respected
• continuous tense: is respecting
• singular: respecting
• positive degree: respecting
• infinitive: to respect
• gerund: respecting
• participle: respected

Origin and Evolution of respecting

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'respecting' originated from the Latin word 'respectus' which means 'regard' or 'consideration'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'respecting' has evolved to encompass not only regard and consideration, but also admiration, esteem, and deference towards someone or something.