re
0 antonyms and opposites of re, grouped by meaning.
Prep — Concerning or with reference to something, commonly used to introduce the subject of a letter, email, or document.
How to use re
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin re, the ablative form of res ("thing, matter"), used in Latin legal phrases such as in re ("in the matter of").
Full origin of re →Frequently asked questions
What does “re” mean?
The word “re” means concerning or with reference to something, commonly used to introduce the subject of a letter, email, or document. In plain terms, a short word meaning "about" or "regarding," and also a musical note name.
How do you pronounce “re”?
“Re” is pronounced ree (/ɹiː/ in IPA).
How do you use “re” in a sentence?
Here is “re” used in a sentence: “Re: your email of Monday, the shipment has now been dispatched.”
What part of speech is “re”?
Depending on how it is used, “re” can be a preposition and a noun.
Where does the word “re” come from?
The word “re” comes from Latin. From Latin re, the ablative form of res ("thing, matter"), used in Latin legal phrases such as in re ("in the matter of").
Is “re” a common word?
“Re” is a very common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “re” have?
“Re” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: concerning or with reference to something, commonly used to introduce the subject of a letter, email, or document.
What does 're' mean in an email or letter?
"Re" means "regarding" or "concerning," and it introduces the subject of a message. Writing "Re: staff meeting" signals that what follows is about the staff meeting. It comes from the Latin "res," meaning "matter" or "thing," and has long been used at the head of letters and memos.
Is 're' short for 'reply' or 'regarding'?
Strictly, "re" means "regarding," not "reply." The confusion arises because email programs automatically add "Re:" to the subject line when you reply, so many people read it as short for "reply." In its original sense, though, it simply flags the topic that a message concerns.
How do you use 're' correctly?
Place "re" before the subject at the start of a letter, memo, or email — for example, "Re: your order of 5 June." It works as a heading rather than inside a sentence. In formal writing, avoid using "re" mid-sentence as a casual substitute for "about."