Confident Business English 317. Ask Anna: Grasp an Essential Business Verb & Add More Impact to Your Messages
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Mar 24, 2026 Practical tips for choosing the precise business verb 'consider' and its common structures. Guidance on when 'consider' sounds diplomatic versus when it lacks urgency. Ways to add impact using adverbs like significantly, fully, especially and strongly. Short phrases and delivery tips to highlight key points and improve speaking flow in meetings.
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Consider Means Careful Evaluation
- Consider expresses careful evaluation and is more formal than think about in business contexts.
- Use consider when you want to signal thorough examination before deciding, for example "We need to consider the long-term impact."
Three Useful Structures With Consider
- Use three common structures with consider: gerund, noun, and consider whether.
- Examples: "We're considering launching a new project," "We're considering a new strategy," "Consider whether this is a viable option."
Use Consider To Soften Suggestions
- Use consider to be diplomatic when suggesting alternatives or softening critiques.
- Phrases: "You may want to consider another approach" or "You may want to consider holding off until next year."