"have no experience in this regard"

[Esac]

Hi all,

is it correct to say: ' I am happy to help with this even though I have no experience in this regard'.

Many thanks,

Esac

[Alan]

Hi,

That doesn't sound natural to me. I would suggest: 'even though I have no experience in these matters'.

Alan
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[Esac]

Thanks for your advice Alan!
Esac

[Anglo Sax]

Hello Esac

It's absolutely correct, exactly as you have written it. However, it is seen as 'slightly formal' (Dictionary of American Idioms). It's the sort of language you see in letters from banks and insurance companies, and sounds a bit old fashioned, hence Alan's comments above. It's in very common usage in the US, and is similar to 'in reference to'.

[Esac]

Many thanks. I understand your points. I was trying to be formal, but not necessarily old fashioned. How could you say the same thing using a lower register? Thanks

[Anglo Sax]

I think it's fine if it's written. Or you could try 'in this area' or use what Alan suggested -depends on the context really.

[Anglo Sax]

How about : ' I am happy to help with this, although I have limited experience in this area' ?

[Esac]

Yes, that's just what I was looking for! Thanks Anglo Sax