Considering
kənˈsɪdərɪŋ
Definitions
2 meaningsTo think carefully about something.
kənˈsɪdərɪŋ
To think carefully about something, typically before making a decision.
She's considering changing her career.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're trying to decide between chocolate or vanilla ice cream. You're thinking about which one you like more, right? That's considering! You're thinking hard before you make a choice. You might consider your allergies, if you want a cone or a cup, or what flavors you are in the mood for.
👶 For kids: Thinking about something to make a choice.
More Examples
We are considering all options before making a final decision.
Before buying a car, it is important to consider the fuel efficiency.
How It's Used
"The board is considering the merger proposal."
"I'm considering taking a vacation next month."
Taking something into account.
kənˈsɪdərɪŋ
Taking into account; regarding.
Considering the budget constraints, we need to find a more affordable option.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're going for a bike ride, and it's raining outside. Considering the weather, you might decide to wait until later. You're using the rain as something to think about. In other words you're taking it into account and letting it change your decision.
👶 For kids: Remembering or thinking about something when you make a choice.
More Examples
Considering the evidence, the verdict was inevitable.
Considering the size of the crowd, the event went very smoothly.
How It's Used
"Considering the circumstances, it was a reasonable decision."
"Considering his age, he's in great shape."
Idioms & expressions
Considering all things
Taking everything into account; in general.
"Considering all things, it was a good outcome."
Give something consideration
To think about something seriously.
"The committee will give the proposal full consideration."
From Middle English consideren, from Latin cōnsīderō (“examine closely, observe, consider”), from cōnsīdō (“sit together, examine”), from con- + sīdō (“sit”).
The word 'considering' has been in use since the 14th century, evolving from its Latin root to encompass various shades of thought and assessment.
Memory tip
Imagine someone carefully examining a small, delicate object – they're *considering* it.
Word Origin
"to examine closely, observe, consider"