Considering

Part of Speech

Preposition, Conjunction, Verb (Present Participle of "consider")

Pronunciation

IPA: /kənˈsɪdərɪŋ/

Phonetic: kuhn-SID-er-ing

Definitions

• As a verb: The act of thinking about something carefully.
• As a preposition: Taking into account; in view of.
• As a conjunction: Used to introduce a fact or reason that should be kept in mind.

Usage Examples

• He is considering a career in medicine.
• Considering the weather, we should stay indoors.
• She made excellent progress, considering her late start.

Etymology

Derived from Middle English consideren, from Latin considerare ("to examine, contemplate"). The present participle "considering" has been used since the 14th century.

Synonyms

• Pondering
• Thinking about
• Weighing
• Deliberating
• Reflecting

Antonyms

• Ignoring
• Disregarding
• Overlooking
• Neglecting

Translations

Regional Pronunciation Variations

British English: /kənˈsɪdərɪŋ/

American English: /kənˈsɪdɚɪŋ/

Historical Usage

The word "considering" has been used since the 14th century, often appearing in legal, philosophical, and literary contexts as an expression of contemplation or taking factors into account.

Cultural Nuances

In many languages, "considering" carries a sense of careful thought and deliberation, often used to introduce mitigating circumstances or reasoning.

More Information

"Considering" is widely used in both formal and informal contexts to indicate thoughtfulness, evaluation, or justifications for decisions. It is commonly seen in legal language, business communication, and everyday speech.