grammar · formal
Regarding + Noun/Gerund, + clause
Used to introduce the topic being discussed (about/regarding)
Examples
“Regarding traffic congestion, the city plans to expand public transport.”
“Regarding smoking in public places, new laws are stricter.”
“Regarding online learning, many students prefer a mixed approach.”
Band 8 sentence
“Regarding urban planning, integrating green spaces into housing developments yields both environmental and social benefits.”
Common mistakes
Regarding to climate change, we must act now.→Regarding climate change, we must act now.
Regarding that children, schools are closed.→Regarding children, schools are closed.
Say it for a higher band
5About→6Regarding to→7+Regarding + Noun/Gerund, + clause
Synonyms
With regard to
As for
Easily confused
With regard to
“With regard to employment, there are clear differences between regions.”
As for
“As for the schedule, we will confirm it tomorrow.”
Concerning
“Concerning the outbreak, authorities issued warnings.”
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