What does the word about mean? Definitions and usage examples of the word about. Example sentences with about.

About 

1. A1 (preposition) on the subject of; with regard to; concerning

• What are you talking about? 

• I read a book about his life. 

2. A1 (adverb) used to indicate that a number or amount is reasonably close to certain; approximately

• There are about 20 people.

• I waited for her about two hours. 

3. A1 (adverb) almost; nearly

• The job is about done.

• I was just about to phone you. 

Example Sentences with About

• Tell me about yourself.

• I’m worried about her.

• I’m worried about his health.

• There’s nothing you can do about it.

• There’s something strange about him.

• It will take about an hour to get there.

• The meeting lasted about an hour.

• The restoration will cost about $2000.

• They are about to leave.

• My homework is about finished.

• Dinner is about ready.