Regardant (en. Looking)

/ʁəɡaʁdɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
One who is currently watching.
Children are discerning when they watch a show.
Les enfants sont regardants lorsqu'ils observent un spectacle.
Concerning something.
He has concerns regarding his professional project.
Il a des inquiétudes regardant son projet professionnel.
Qualifying a person who pays close attention.
She is very particular about the details of her presentation.
Elle est très regardante sur les détails de sa présentation.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'regarder' in the present participle.

Common Phrases and Expressions

while watching
by observing carefully
en regardant
watching closely
examining closely
regardant de près
watching what is happening
monitoring or observing events
regardant ce qui se passe

Related Words

to watch
The act of seeing or observing.
regarder
gaze
The action of placing an eye on something.
regard
watching others
Being attentive to what others are doing.
regardant les autres

Slang Meanings

Being on the lookout.
He is always keeping an eye on his surroundings.
Il est tout le temps regardant sur ses arrières.
Observing with curiosity.
She was quite attentive during the meeting.
Elle était bien regardante pendant la réunion.