Grammar fix

when it comes to

regarding / as far as X is concerned

Used to introduce the topic you want to talk about, or to focus on a specific aspect of something.

expressionC1common

Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

When it comes to technology, my dad is completely lost.daily life
When it comes to education, I believe my country offers a lot of opportunities, especially at university level. However, there’s still room for improvement in primary schools.IELTS speaking

Pattern: when it comes to [noun/gerund], [clause]

WrongWhen it comes to cook, she's the best.

RightWhen it comes to cooking, she's the best.

'When it comes to' is followed by a noun or -ing, not a bare verb.

Patternwhen it comes to [noun/gerund], [clause]

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff With respect to the matter of cooking, he is highly skilled.

Natural When it comes to cooking, he's brilliant.

'When it comes to' is the natural topic-framer; 'with respect to the matter of' is heavy.

Words that usually travel with it.

'Speaking of' is similar but often used to link to something just mentioned. 'As for' is more direct and sometimes sounds abrupt.