As far as I'm concerned...
B2
Everyday Phrase
Neutral
Common
Meaning
A phrase used to give your personal opinion.
When to use it
People use it with friends, family or colleagues when discussing choices, judging something or explaining their position. It's neutral and can sound firm, especially in a disagreement. It's less suitable when someone wants an objective fact rather than your opinion.
Example Sentence
As far as I'm concerned, the issue is settled.
Grammar & structure
As far as I'm concerned, + statement expressing an opinion. It can also follow the statement: statement + as far as I'm concerned.
✓ Correct
As far as I'm concerned, this sofa's perfect.
We've done enough work today, as far as I'm concerned.
As far as I'm concerned, you don't owe me an apology.
✗ Incorrect
As far as I'm concerned about, we should order pizza.
As far as I'm concerned is, the blue jacket looks better.
The phrase is a complete introductory expression: don't add 'about' or 'is' after it. It often signals a clear, confident opinion.
How to reply
Similar expressions
In my opinion
A neutral alternative that can sound slightly more formal in conversation.
If you ask me
More informal and often used to give a direct opinion, even when nobody has asked.
I think
A very common alternative that usually sounds less firm.
Don't confuse it with
As far as I know
— Based on the information I have, although I might be mistaken.
As far as I know, the café is open, but as far as I'm concerned, it's too expensive.
Common mistakes
✗ As far as I'm concerned about, we need a bigger table.
✓ As far as I'm concerned, we need a bigger table.
Don't add 'about' to this opinion phrase. 'Concerned about' belongs to a different structure and usually means worried about something.
✗ As far as I'm concerned is, we should wait.
✓ As far as I'm concerned, we should wait.
The phrase doesn't need an extra 'is'. Follow it directly with your opinion.
Dialogue
Two flatmates are choosing a new washing machine in an appliance shop.
Maya
This one's cheaper, but the other one's much quieter.
Ben
As far as I'm concerned, it's worth paying more for the quiet one.
Maya
Even another hundred pounds?
Ben
Yeah. The machine's right next to my bedroom.
Maya
Fair point. Let's get the quieter one.
Ben
Great. I'll ask about delivery.
Complete the conversation
1. A: As far as I'm concerned, we don't need a bigger car.
B: ___
2. A: What's your opinion: should we drive or take the train?
B: ___
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