ως προς (X)

Translations

• with regard to
• in terms of
• concerning
• as for

Literal Translation

as towards

Forms

Usage Notes

Always followed by accusative case. The noun/phrase after ως προς indicates the aspect or criterion being considered. Cannot be separated - ως and προς must appear together.

Etymology

From ancient Greek ὡς (as/how) + πρός (towards/in relation to). This construction has been used since classical times to indicate perspective or point of reference.

Cultural Context

Commonly used in academic, formal, and technical contexts. Very frequent in educational materials, official documents, and scholarly writing.

• Think 'as towards' - you're directing attention towards a specific aspect
• Remember 'pros and cons' - ως προς introduces what you're considering