considerando
/konsideɾando/from spelling rules
In Spanish, the English word "deeming" is translated as considerando.
considerando refers to the act of judging or considering something to be a particular way. In formal or legal contexts, the phrase considerando que is often used as a transitional expression to mean "considering that" or "deeming that", typically used to introduce a premise or a reason for a decision.
How does it change in a sentence?
considerando is the gerund form of the verb considerar. The infinitive form of the verb is considerar, which means "to deem" or "to consider".
How do you pronounce it?
/konsideɾando/
Did you know?
- The verb considerar shares a root with the word estrellas (stars) via the Latin 'sidus', as 'deeming' once meant observing the stars to make a decision.
- The word consideración can mean 'deeming' or 'judgment', but it is also the standard word for 'courtesy' or 'thoughtfulness' toward another person.
- If you use considerando in a casual conversation, it may sound overly dramatic or 'stiff', as if you are reading from a formal contract or a decree.
Examples in context
- Considerando las pruebas, el juez tomó una decisión.Considering the evidence, the judge made a decision.
- Estamos considerando tu propuesta con mucho cuidado.We are considering your proposal very carefully.
Example conversation
Two coworkers are discussing a new company policy.
- LucíaLucía, ¿qué piensas de la nueva regla?Lucía, what do you think of the new rule?
- MateoEstoy considerando la norma demasiado estricta, Mateo.I am deeming the rule too strict, Mateo.
- LucíaYo estoy de acuerdo contigo.I agree with you.
- MateoDeberíamos hablar con el jefe entonces.We should talk to the boss then.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
