Basic expressions for discussion

1. Stating your opinion

I think / believe
In my opinion / experience / view
The way I see it
From my point of view
Im convinced that
Im quite sure that
As for me,
As regards
As far as I see it
As far as I can judge it
With regards to this,
Clearly / Obviously,
It goes without saying that

2. Asking for an opinion

Whats your idea?

What are your thoughts on all of this?
How do you feel about that?
Do you have anything to say about this?
What do you think?
Do you agree?
Wouldnt you say?

3. Expressing doubt

I would doubt
I have some doubts about
Im not sure about
It may be true, but
You have a point there, however,
Its hard to tell, but
Thats interesting, but in my opinion,
I agree up to a point, but
4. Expressing agreement

I agree with you.

I couldnt agree with you more.
Thats true.
Thats for sure.
Youre absolutely right.
Absolutely.
Thats exactly how I feel.
Exactly.
I was just going to say that.
You have a point there.
I suppose so. / I guess so. (weak)
Me neither. (agree with a negative statement)

5. Expressing disagreement

I dont agree
Im of a different opinion.
I think youre wrong about
Im afraid that its not quite right.
Im sorry but I think youre mistaken.
Do you think so? My impression is that
Thats one way of looking at it, but
I wouldnt go as far as that.
I believe thats a far-fetched conclusion.
You cant be serious.
You must be joking.
Thats not true at all.
I dont see it this way.
Its the other way round.