considering

verb
UK: /kənˈsɪdərɪŋ/
US: /kənˈsɪdərɪŋ/

  1. Thinking carefully about something, especially before making a decision.

    1. I am considering a new job [ ] [ ]
    2. Considering all the options, this seems like the best approach [ ] [ ]

  2. Taking something into account when making a judgement.

    1. Considering it was his first time, he did well [ ] [ ]
    2. Considering her age, she's remarkably active and independent [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

thinking given regarding
considering preposition

  1. Taking into consideration; in view of.

    1. Considering his health, he shouldn't work [ ] [ ]
    2. Considering the weather, we should stay inside today [ ] [ ]
considering conjunction

  1. Used to introduce a statement that explains or justifies something.

    1. He's doing well, considering he only started recently [ ] [ ]
    2. Considering how little he practiced, he played very well [ ] [ ]
considering adjective

  1. Indicating thought or contemplation.

    1. She had a considering look on her face [ ] [ ]
    2. He gave a considering nod before responding to the question [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "considering" in English means: Thinking carefully about something, especially before making a decision., Taking something into account when making a judgement..

The phonetic transcription of "considering" is /kənˈsɪdərɪŋ/ in British English and /kənˈsɪdərɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "considering": thinking, given, regarding.

Example usage of "considering": "I am considering a new job". More examples on the page.