grammar · neutral
It + be + adjective + for + someone + to + V
Used to say that something is (difficult, easy, important...) for someone to do; the it‑structure delays the real subject (an infinitive clause).
Examples
“It is difficult for me to concentrate when there is so much noise.”
“It would be useful for international students to practise speaking with natives.”
“It’s important for teenagers to learn how to manage money before they leave home.”
Band 8 sentence
“It would be unrealistic for policymakers to expect immediate behavioural change without extensive public education.”
Collocations
- It is + ADJECTIVE + for + somebody + to + V
Common mistakes
It is difficult me to understand this article.→It is difficult for me to understand this article.
It is difficult for me understanding the instructions.→It is difficult for me to understand the instructions.
It is important that students to learn grammar.→It is important for students to learn grammar.
Say it for a higher band
5To + V as subject→6For + somebody + to + V (without 'It' fronting)→7+It + be + adjective + for + someone + to + V
Easily confused
To + V (as subject)
“To finish the project on time is essential for the team.”
There + be + noun + to + V
“There is still much work to do before the deadline.”
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In Complex sentences
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