Translation
regard, consideration; respect
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Word origin
From Old French esgard, the noun of esgarder ('to look at, to take notice of'), from a Germanic source related to English 'ward' and 'guard'.
- Origin
- Old French
- Root
- esgard
- English cognates
- regard, guard, ward
Grammar
Examples
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He shows great consideration for his grandparents.
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In this respect, I entirely agree with you.
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She was punished with no regard for her age.
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Out of consideration for the neighbours, he turns the music down after ten.
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With regard to this question, the minister stayed silent.
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égard: worksheet, infographic and listicle
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