French Expression · Advanced
À l'égard de
With regard to / Concerning / Towards
Pronunciation: ah l'ay-GAHR duh
Meaning
In relation to or concerning a particular subject, or showing a certain attitude towards someone.
Example
Il a toujours fait preuve de gentillesse à l'égard de ses voisins.
He has always shown kindness towards his neighbors.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice À l'égard de out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a advanced-level French expression.