ENGLISH
REFERENCE

as to sth

idiom
Meaning

you use this when you want to talk about or refer to a specific subject. It is a more formal way of saying 'about' or 'concerning'.


Examples
SIMPLE

I have no information as to his plans.

CONTEXTUAL

The committee members are still debating as to whether the new policy should be implemented next month.

COMPLEX

The report provides a detailed analysis as to the underlying causes of the economic decline, offering several recommendations for future stability.

Last updated April 22, 2026