Meaning
Used to introduce one's own perspective.
Cultural Background
In France, using 'En ce qui me concerne' is a sign of 'éducation'. It shows you can participate in a 'débat' without being aggressive. In Quebec, the phrase is also common, but you might hear 'Pour ma part' even more frequently in formal media. Swiss French speakers often use this in administrative contexts to clarify which canton or department a statement applies to. In Francophone Africa, formal French is often very structured and respectful. This phrase is a staple of polite, educated discourse.
The Comma is Key
Always follow this phrase with a comma when it starts a sentence. It helps the listener/reader prepare for your opinion.
Don't Over-Formalize
If you're just saying you're hungry, 'J'ai faim' is enough. 'En ce qui me concerne, j'ai faim' sounds like a joke.
Meaning
Used to introduce one's own perspective.
The Comma is Key
Always follow this phrase with a comma when it starts a sentence. It helps the listener/reader prepare for your opinion.
Don't Over-Formalize
If you're just saying you're hungry, 'J'ai faim' is enough. 'En ce qui me concerne, j'ai faim' sounds like a joke.
The 'Polite Disagreement'
Use this phrase to disagree with a boss. It sounds much more respectful than 'Je ne suis pas d'accord'.
Switch the Pronoun
Practice saying 'En ce qui nous concerne' to speak for your family or team.
Test Yourself
Complete the phrase with the correct relative pronoun.
En ce ___ me concerne, je suis d'accord.
The phrase is fixed as 'En ce qui me concerne'. 'Qui' is the subject of the verb 'concerner'.
Which phrase is the most appropriate for a formal business meeting?
To introduce your opinion on a new budget:
'En ce qui me concerne' is the most professional and elegant way to frame a personal stance in a meeting.
Complete the dialogue with the correct form of the phrase.
Paul: 'Nous allons tous au cinéma.' Toi: '__________, je préfère rester lire à {la|f} maison.'
You are speaking about your own preference, so you use the first-person pronoun 'me'.
Match the phrase to the most likely context.
Context: A politician being interviewed about a new law.
Politicians use formal, structured language to sound authoritative.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Qui vs Que in 'En ce qui me concerne'
Practice Bank
4 exercisesEn ce ___ me concerne, je suis d'accord.
The phrase is fixed as 'En ce qui me concerne'. 'Qui' is the subject of the verb 'concerner'.
To introduce your opinion on a new budget:
'En ce qui me concerne' is the most professional and elegant way to frame a personal stance in a meeting.
Paul: 'Nous allons tous au cinéma.' Toi: '__________, je préfère rester lire à {la|f} maison.'
You are speaking about your own preference, so you use the first-person pronoun 'me'.
Context: A politician being interviewed about a new law.
Politicians use formal, structured language to sound authoritative.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
14 questionsYes, it is considered more elegant and is preferred in professional or academic writing.
Yes, for example: 'C'est une bonne idée, en ce qui me concerne.'
Because 'ce qui' acts as the subject of the verb 'concerner'.
Yes, especially in professional settings, news interviews, and debates.
You can, but it's slightly redundant. 'En ce qui me concerne, c'est...' is more concise.
'Quant à moi' is slightly more literary and is often used to contrast your opinion with someone else's.
Yes, just change the pronoun: 'En ce qui {le|m} concerne' (As far as he is concerned).
No, it actually sounds quite polite and measured.
Not really, slang speakers would just use 'Moi' or 'Pour moi'.
Absolutely, it's perfect for professional emails.
Yes, it is a standard phrase across the Francophonie.
It's the standard French 'r' at the back of the throat.
It can be, but it's a high-level one that makes you sound smart.
Yes, it's an excellent transition phrase.
Related Phrases
Quant à moi
synonymAs for me
Pour ma part
similarFor my part
À mon avis
similarIn my opinion
En ce qui concerne [quelque chose]
builds onRegarding [something]
Selon moi
similarAccording to me
