Expertlatin
: about or concerning (something or someone) : in relation to. I am writing in reference to your recent letter.
- Is it correct to say in reference to?
- Which is correct in reference to or in reference with?
- How do you use reference in a sentence?
Is it correct to say in reference to?
You use with reference to or in reference to in order to indicate what something relates to. I am writing with reference to your article on salaries for scientists. I'm calling in reference to your series on prejudice.
Which is correct in reference to or in reference with?
They mean essentially the same thing, and which you use is a matter of personal preference. The more common of the two seems to be with.
How do you use reference in a sentence?
Example Sentences
She listed her former teacher as a reference when she applied for the job. Her former teacher gave her a reference when she applied for the job. Her teacher gave her a letter of reference.
