Regards: meaning, definitions and examples

Used at the end of an email or letter, often in a formal or semi-formal context. Typically used when the sender doesn't have a close relationship with the recipient.

• Thank you for your cooperation
• Regards, John

Typically used at the beginning of a message or conversation. Can be formal or informal, often used to impart a sense of friendliness or respect.

• Greetings, team! I hope you're all doing well

Used to convey good wishes in a friendly and caring manner, often appropriate for informal or semi-formal contexts.

• Congratulations on your new job! Best wishes, Emily

Used in a formal or semi-formal context to end an email or letter, providing a polite and slightly warmer tone than 'regards'.

• I look forward to our meeting next week
• Kind regards, Sarah

Used in formal or polite communication, often at the end of emails or letters.

• Best regards, John
• I wanted to send my regards to the team.

Used to express high regard or respect, often in formal or professional settings.

• She holds her mentor in high esteem.
• His accomplishments have earned him great esteem.

Used to show admiration for someone's qualities or achievements and can be used in both formal and informal communication.

• He has a lot of respect for his colleagues.
• You should respect other people's opinions.

Used when talking about careful thought, especially in making decisions or showing concern for others.

• Thank you for your consideration of my application.
• Please take this into consideration when making your decision.

Commonly used in the phrase 'with regards to' to refer to a specific topic or to send best wishes or greetings in correspondence.

• With regards to your application, we have good news.
• Give my regards to your family.

Used when thinking carefully about something before making a decision.

• I will consider your proposal and get back to you.
• Please consider the consequences of your actions.

Often used when looking at something carefully, considering someone's opinion, or the way someone sees something.

• I went to the gallery to view the new exhibition.
• In my view, this is the best solution.
• The view from the top of the hill is amazing.

Used when looking at something or someone, understanding something, or meeting someone.

• I can see the mountains from my window.
• I see what you mean.
• Let's see you next week.