B2adverblanguage
US/rɪˈɡɑːrd.ləs/
UK/rɪˈɡɑːd.ləs/
without being affected or stopped by something, even if there are problems
In context
The course is open to everyone, regardless of age or experience.
It was raining heavily, but the match went ahead regardless.
Regardless of what people say, I'm proud of what we achieved.
Words that go with regardless
adjective + preposition
- regardless ofEveryone pays the same price, regardless of where they live.
verb + adverb
- carry on regardlessThe power went out, but the band carried on regardless.
- continue regardlessWe asked him to stop, but he continued regardless.
- go ahead regardlessRain or shine, the festival will go ahead regardless.
- press on regardlessDespite the heat, the climbers pressed on regardless.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Everyone can join regardless their age.Correct: Everyone can join regardless of their age.