Words / B2

k-uh-n-sid-uh-RAYSHUN/kənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃn/

Consideration is careful thought, a factor in a decision, or (legal) payment: take into consideration; under consideration; for a small consideration. Consider is the verb (already in the dictionary). Thought is everyday. Book travel time into consideration for a speaking test.

Meaning

Careful thought; also a fact you think about when deciding; also formal payment.

Examples

• “Take travel time into consideration when you book the speaking test.”
• “The bid is under consideration, which is the process sense.”

Good to know

take into consideration; under consideration. Verb: consider. Legal: consideration = payment in a contract. Everyday: thought. Not “considerations” required every time — a consideration is one factor.

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