more to the point — emphasising / refocusing
expressionC1IELTS 7+neutraloccasional
Used to shift the conversation to what is most important or relevant, often after mentioning something less central.
Say it like a native
Textbook Furthermore, and of greater relevance to the matter at hand, we cannot afford it.
Native And more to the point, we can't afford it.
The chunk flags 'here's what actually matters'; the formal connector is heavy and lifeless.
Pattern: more to the point, [clause]
In use
- We could talk about the cost, but more to the point, we need to decide if this project is actually necessary.daily life
- Some people say technology makes life easier, but more to the point, it’s changing how we interact with each other on a daily basis.IELTS speaking
Common mistake
✗ More to point, it's too late.
✓ More to the point, it's too late.
Fixed phrase keeps 'the' — 'more to THE point'.
Common collocations
more to the point— and more to the point, but more to the point, more to the point,
Don't confuse it
‘More to the point’ is used to sharpen focus on the most relevant aspect, while ‘on the other hand’ introduces contrast, and ‘anyway’ is for changing topic or returning to a previous point.