Quant (en. As to)

/kɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
Indicates a limitation or condition regarding something.
As for me, I prefer to stay here.
Quant à moi, je préfère rester ici.
Used to introduce a consideration or appreciation.
As for the situation, it is concerning.
Quant à la situation, elle est préoccupante.

Etymology

From the Latin 'quantus', which means 'how much', 'to what extent'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

as for
Used to introduce a topic or perspective.
quant à
regarding
Refers to a masculine or neuter subject.
quant au
and as for
To add a new consideration to what has been said.
et quant

Related Words

quantifier
Determining the amount of something.
quantifier
quantity
Measurement of an element or an object.
quantité

Slang Meanings

As far as I'm concerned
As for me, I have a say.
Quant' à moi, j'ai mon mot à dire.
On the subject
As for that, we’ll talk about it later.
Quant', on en parle après.