Grammar fix
with regard to
concerning / about (framing topic)
Used to introduce the topic you are talking about, especially to focus or shift the conversation to a specific subject.
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
- With regard to your question about the project, I think we need more time to finish it.communication
- With regard to the impact of technology on family life, I believe it has both positive and negative effects. On one hand, it helps families stay connected, but on the other, it can sometimes reduce face-to-face interaction.IELTS speaking
Fix the pattern
Pattern: with regard to [noun/noun phrase], [comment/statement]
WrongWith regards to your request, we agree.
RightWith regard to your request, we agree.
In this phrase it's 'regard' (singular); 'regards' (plural) belongs in sign-offs ('best regards').
Patternwith regard to [noun/noun phrase], [comment/statement]
Use it right
Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.
'With regard to' is the standard formal topic-opener; 'pertaining to the subject of' is overblown.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
with regard toyour requestthe matterthispayment
Don't confuse it
'With regard to' is more formal and structured than 'about' or 'regarding', and is often used to introduce or shift to a new topic in discussions.