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What is As far as in English? Structure and usage of As far as in English

As far as is a frequently used phrase in both spoken and written English. So, what is As far as in English? How is As far as in English used? What are some synonymous phrases withAs far as in English? Let’s continue reading the following article with PREP to find the answers!

The usage of As far as in English
The usage of As far as in English

I. What is As far as in English?

In English, As far as is pronounced as /əz fɑːr əz/ and carries the meaning of: to the place or point mentioned; (also so far as) as great a distance as; to the extent that. For example:

  • We walked as far as the river. 
  • Jack did not walk as far as his friends. 
  • As far as I know, Maria is doing well.
What is As far as in English?
What is As far as in English?

II. How to use As far as in English

Let's take a look at the usage and structure of As far as in English with PREP below!

Structure:

As far as + S + V, S + V or S + V as far as S+ V

For example:

  • As far as I'm concerned, Jennie is an absolute goddess.
  • Just run as far as you can in 15 minutes. 
How to use As far as in English
How to use As far as in English

III. Synonyms of As far as in English

Besides As far as, are there any synonymous phrases and structures that have similar usage? Let's explore the table below with PREP!

Synonyms of As far as in English
Synonyms of As far as in English

Synonyms of As far as in English

Meaning

Example

So far as

to the extent or point that

So far as I know, Mona's students were unaware of the incident. 

As long as = So long as

it is only the case if the second thing is the case

I eat as much as I want, so long as it is healthy. 

As early as

to emphasize that a particular time or period is surprisingly early

Inflation could fall back into single figures as early as this month. 

As well as

another item connected with the subject you are discussing

Lisa published historical novels, as well as a non-fiction study of women in the British Empire. 

As good as 

almost

The decorating is as good as finished - I just need to finish off the painting. 

As much as

it is surprisingly large

The organizers hope to raise as much as £6m for charity.

As soon as 

it happens immediately after the other thin

As soon as I saw Lona, I knew there was something wrong. 

IV. Phrases combined with As far as in English

Let's take a look at the phrases combined with As far as in English with PREP below!

Phrases combined with As far as in English
Phrases combined with As far as in English

Phrase combined with As far as in English

Meaning

Example

As far as it goes

bearing in mind its limitations (said when qualifying praise of something)

This study is correct, as far as it goes

As far as I know

what you think is true, although you do not know all the facts

Joe isn't coming today, as far as I know. 

As far as I can tell

judging from the available information

There's been no change, as far as I can tell

As far as I’m concerned

what your personal opinion is about something

Xavia can come whenever she likes, as far as I'm concerned

V. Exercises on As far as in English

To gain a better understanding of the usage and synonymous phrases with As far as in English, let's complete the following exercises with PREP!

1. Exercise

Exercise 1: Choose the correct answer

  1. We will take you to the lake, ______ you like.

A. as long as

B. as early as

C. as soon as

  1. ______ I know, Jack didn’t want to keep it a secret anymore.

A. As well as

B. As far as

C. As early as

  1. As far as I ______, this is our only choice.

A. Can see

B. Could see

C. See

  1. Studying new subjects must be started _______; otherwise, we can't finish them on time.

A. as long as

B. as early as

C. as soon as possible

  1. Robert can sing _______ play football.

A. as well as

B. as far as

C. as soon as

Exercise 2: Fill in the blanks with appropriate phrases

it goes; I know; I can tell; I'm concerned

 

  1. But this is about as far as ________, and it is incredibly tedious to read.
  2. He isn't coming today, as far as ________.
  3. They haven't done any research as far as ________.
  4. My family no longer exists as far as ________.

2. Answer

Exercise 1:

1 - A

2 - B

3 - A

4 - C

5 - A

Exercise 2:

1 -  it goes

2 - I know/ I'm concerned

3 - I can tell

4 - I'm concerned/ I know

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