irrespective
/ˌɪrɪˈspektɪv/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6879 in the learning path
不论；不顾
Definitions
adv. Without considering or being affected by something, used with of.
不论；不顾
Example
Everyone can join the walk, irrespective of their age.
无论年龄大小，人人都可以参加这次步行活动。
Quality education should be available to all children, irrespective of their family income or social background.
所有儿童都应能获得优质教育，无论其家庭收入或社会背景如何。
Collocations
- irrespective of age
- irrespective of income
- irrespective of the outcome
Synonyms
- regardless
Usage tip
通常用irrespective of＋名词，意为“不论”。
FAQ
- What does irrespective mean?
- Without considering or being affected by something, used with of.
- How is irrespective pronounced?
- UK /ˌɪrɪˈspektɪv/, US /ˌɪrɪˈspektɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
