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Far from it

🇬🇧 UK //fɑː frɒm ɪt// 🇺🇸 US //fɑr frʌm ɪt//

Meaning of Far from it

Completely opposite to what was just stated.

In simple words: Not at all true.

Far from it in a sentence

• I thought you liked ice cream, but you said it's too sweet? Far from it!
• Does she think this job is easy? Far from it!
• He assumed I was finished with my project. Far from it, I just started!
• Everyone thinks he's rich, but that's far from it.
• They say the movie is a masterpiece, but far from it, I found it boring.

How to use Far from it

Used to contradict a previous statement. Common in casual conversation; less appropriate in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Think of a distant place where the truth is 'far from' reality.

Related words

Collocations with Far from it

• far from the truth
• far from perfect
• far from reality

Synonyms for Far from it

• not at all
• definitely not
• far from the truth
• opposite
• contrary

Common mistakes with Far from it

• Used in formal settings where it sounds too casual.
• Confused with similar phrases like 'far from that'.
• Used with incorrect verb forms, such as 'far from it is'.

Frequently asked questions about Far from it

What does Far from it mean?

Not at all true.

What is the definition of Far from it?

Completely opposite to what was just stated.

How do you use Far from it in a sentence?

I thought you liked ice cream, but you said it's too sweet? Far from it!

Can you give another example of Far from it?

Does she think this job is easy? Far from it!

What are synonyms for Far from it?

Common alternatives include not at all, definitely not, far from the truth, opposite, contrary.

What words go with Far from it?

It commonly pairs with far from the truth, far from perfect, far from reality.

What are common mistakes when using Far from it?

Used in formal settings where it sounds too casual. Confused with similar phrases like 'far from that'. Used with incorrect verb forms, such as 'far from it is'.

How do you pronounce Far from it?

US: //fɑr frʌm ɪt//, UK: //fɑː frɒm ɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Far from it formal or informal?

"Far from it" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Far from it?

Used to contradict a previous statement. Common in casual conversation; less appropriate in formal contexts.