Grammar fix
given
considering a fact
Used before a fact or situation to show why a judgment or decision is reasonable.
How oftenCommon
LevelB2
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
Given the weather, it makes sense to cancel the picnic.
Given the cost of rent in the city centre, I would probably share a flat for the first few years.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: Given of the high price, we decided not to buy it.
Say: Given the high price, we decided not to buy it.
Use 'given' directly before the relevant fact, without 'of'.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Taking a fact into account
How formalEverydayFormal
givenYou're here · The everyday choice: fine in casual speech ('given the weather…'), unlike the more formal 'in light of' and 'in view of'.
in light ofA fact or development gives reason to reconsider something.in view ofMore formal: introducing circumstances that justify a decision.