Word
respecting
Phoneticsre·spect·ing, stress on the second syllable
US/ɹiˈspɛktɪŋ/
UK/ɹɪspˈɛktɪŋ/
Definition
prep. about or concerning a particular subject.
prep. with reference to; regarding or concerning. This prepositional use is characteristic of formal or legal registers.
Examples
“I have a few questions respecting your recent proposal.”
“The committee will meet tomorrow to discuss new regulations respecting the use of public parks.”
“The document outlines the specific duties of each department respecting the management of sensitive data and the protection of client privacy.”
Examples
simple
“I have a few questions respecting your recent proposal.”
contextual
“The committee will meet tomorrow to discuss new regulations respecting the use of public parks.”
complex
“The document outlines the specific duties of each department respecting the management of sensitive data and the protection of client privacy.”
Usage
Usually placed before a noun phrase to introduce a topic.
Real-World Examples
“Yet slowly putting effort into that small chore teaches him the importance of respecting the staff, guests, and himself.” “Even young children can begin to practice respecting and caring for the living world through everyday experiences.” Synonyms
- 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
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
- Updated
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- Register
- Formal
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