in regard to

IPA/ɪn ɹɪɡˈɑːd tuː/
IPA/ɪn ɹᵻɡˈɑːɹd tuː/

in regard to — idiom

1. used to introduce the topic or subject that you are talking or writing about, es

1.慣用語B2
釋義

used to introduce the topic or subject that you are talking or writing about, especially in formal letters, official documents, or professional discussions.

例句

The manager sent an email in regard to the new office hours.

in regard to + noun phrase for introducing topic

In regard to your loan application, the bank will contact you within two weeks.

phrase initial position for topic focus

同義詞
  • regarding

    more direct and common in both spoken and written English

  • concerning

    similar in formality, often used at the start of sentences

  • with respect to

    equally formal; more common in legal or academic writing

文法句型

in regard to + noun phrase

用法筆記

This phrase is common in formal written communication. In less formal contexts, 'about' or 'regarding' is often preferred. Do not add the letter 's' to 'regard' — 'in regards to' is widely considered a mistake in standard English.

常見錯誤

❌In regards to your question, here is the answer.
✅In regard to your question, here is the answer.
💡'regard' should be singular; the plural form 'in regards to' is non-standard.