English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "these decisions are beyond me" Mean?
Learn what "these decisions are beyond me" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Firm
Refuse
These decisions are beyond me.
The speaker is saying they are not the right person to decide.
From The Marriage Contract, Episode 22
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says the decision is not theirs to make.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you want to redirect responsibility or avoid making a decision you do not control. It is natural in work and formal discussions.
Better ways to say it
1
These decisions are beyond me.
2
It's not up to me.
3
I don't get to decide that.
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