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UK//nʌn əv maɪ ˈbɪz.nɪs//US//nʌn əv maɪ ˈbɪz.nɪs//

Meaning of None of my business

Indicates something is not one’s responsibility or concern.

In simple words: Something that does not involve me or is not my concern.

None of my business in a sentence

  • When they argued about money, I thought, that's none of my business.
  • If she wants to quit her job, it's none of my business.
  • He was upset about the meeting, but honestly, it's none of my business.
  • I can’t get involved in their relationship problems; it's none of my business.
  • They can choose whatever they like; that's none of my business.

How to use None of my business

Use this phrase when indicating that a matter is not relevant to you. It is informal and may not be appropriate in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone peeking into a window; you say 'none of my business' to indicate it's not their concern.

Related words

Collocations with None of my business

Synonyms for None of my business

  • not my concern
  • not relevant to me
  • not my problem

Common mistakes with None of my business

  • Using in formal discussions or business settings
  • Misplacing the phrase at the wrong moment
  • Confusing with 'none of your business' which is often ruder

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Frequently asked questions about None of my business

What does None of my business mean?

Something that does not involve me or is not my concern.

What is the definition of None of my business?

Indicates something is not one’s responsibility or concern.

How do you use None of my business in a sentence?

When they argued about money, I thought, that's none of my business.

Can you give another example of None of my business?

If she wants to quit her job, it's none of my business.

What are synonyms for None of my business?

Common alternatives include not my concern, not relevant to me, not my problem.

What words go with None of my business?

It commonly pairs with none of my business, none of your business, none of their business.

What are common mistakes when using None of my business?

Using in formal discussions or business settings Misplacing the phrase at the wrong moment Confusing with 'none of your business' which is often ruder

How do you pronounce None of my business?

US: //nʌn əv maɪ ˈbɪz.nɪs//, UK: //nʌn əv maɪ ˈbɪz.nɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is None of my business formal or informal?

"None of my business" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use None of my business?

Use this phrase when indicating that a matter is not relevant to you. It is informal and may not be appropriate in formal contexts.