Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

with all due respect

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.85 in modern English

Syllables: with- al-l -due re-spect
IPA

28

Scrabble Score

17

Letters

5

Syllables

13

Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

A phrase used before disagreeing with someone or saying something they may find offensive, usually considered polite.

Formal

Example Sentences

"With all due respect, Sir, I don't think that's the case."
"It seems that you are, with all due respect, wrong in this particular case — as you see the murder took place at three o'clock."
"Shepard: You have the right to your opinion, Mr. Saracino. But with all due respect, I disagree with it. Charles Saracino: I understand. I'm glad you support the democratic process, at least."

Usage

Formal

Phrases

with respect

Frequently Paired Words

pace with respect

Synonyms

with due respect no offense

Questions

What does with all due respect mean?: A phrase used before disagreeing with someone or saying something they may find offensive, usually considered polite.

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