Word
regard
Phoneticsre·gard, stress on the second syllable
US/ɹɪˈɡɑɹd/
UK/ɹɪɡˈɑːd/
Definitions
01to consider or view
B2 · Upper Intermediate
v. to think of someone or something in a particular way.
v. to consider or evaluate someone or something in a specified manner; often takes a prepositional phrase starting with 'as'.
日本語:みなす※
“Most people regard him as the best player on the team.”
“The critics regard her latest novel as a masterpiece of contemporary fiction, noting its intricate plot and emotional depth.”
Usage
Commonly used in the passive voice: 'is regarded as'.
Pitfall
He is regarded like a hero.
He is regarded as a hero.
When using 'regard' to mean 'consider', use the preposition 'as' rather than 'like'.
02to look at
C1 · Advanced Literary
v. to look at someone or something steadily.
v. to observe or gaze at someone or something, often with a particular expression.
Español:contemplar
“The cat sat on the wall and regarded me with cool, green eyes.”
“The old man stood in the doorway and silently regarded the strangers, his face showing neither welcome nor hostility.”
03respect or care
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. respect or admiration for someone.
n. esteem, affection, or appreciative attention directed toward a person or entity.
日本語:尊重※
“She has very little regard for her own safety when she goes climbing.”
“The professor was held in high regard by both his colleagues and his students for his groundbreaking research in linguistics.”
Synonyms
Antonyms
04a specific detail
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. a particular part or feature of something.
n. a particular aspect, point, or detail of a matter.
“The two cars are very similar in this regard.”
“While the new policy is effective regarding costs, it fails in every other regard to address the needs of the employees.”
05greetings
B1 · Intermediate Plural noun Formal
n. a polite way to send your best wishes to someone at the end of a letter.
n. a formulaic expression of goodwill or courtesy, typically used in the plural as a closing in correspondence.
“Please give my best regards to your parents when you see them.”
“He concluded the email with 'Kind regards,' maintaining a professional yet friendly tone for the business correspondence.”
Usage
Almost always used in the plural form 'regards' in this context.
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “regard” in context.
Verb
01. regard as
“Many people regard the new law as a threat to their personal privacy.”
verb + prep
Adverb
02. commonly regard
“Historians commonly regard this period as the beginning of the industrial age.”
adv + verb
03. especially regard
“Critics especially regard his early work as his most influential contribution to art.”
adv + verb
04. generally regard
“People generally regard her as the most talented musician in the orchestra.”
adv + verb
05. highly regard
“The local community highly regard the doctor for his years of dedicated service.”
adv + verb
06. particularly regard
“Scientists particularly regard this new data as a breakthrough in genetic research.”
adv + verb
07. previously regard
“They previously regard the old building as an eyesore, but now it is a landmark.”
adv + verb
08. usually regard
“Employers usually regard relevant work experience as more important than a degree.”
adv + verb
09. widely regard
“He is widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes of all time.”
adv + verb
Real-World Examples
“Low thinks the book is unlikely to change many opinions, as "people have settled into their camps about how they regard Charles, how they look back on the Diana years".” “For example, Song points out that different societies regard different opportunities as important.” “The family's lawyer has been firm in regards to online comments, saying he would "let nothing slide".” Etymology
From Middle English regard, regarde, reguard, from Anglo-Norman reguard, from regarder, reguarder. Attested in Middle English starting around the mid 14th century. Piecewise doublet of reward; compare also guard, ward, guardian, and so on.
From Middle English regarden, from Old French regarder, reguarder. First attested in late Middle English, circa the early 15th century.
Popularized about 2022 along with regarded.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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Idioms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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