Speaking term 2 – Discussion – Week 1

Language templates for discussion

Stating an opinion  In my opinion...
 The way I see it...
 If you want my honest opinion....
 …in my view………………….....................
 …from my point of view………………
 …As far as I'm concerned……

Asking for an opinion  What's your idea?

 What are your thoughts on all of this?
 What do you think about this matter ?……
 How do you feel about that?
 Do you agree?
 Wouldn't you say?
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Expressing agreement  I agree with you 100 percent.

 I’m with you on that.

 You can say that again………………...............
 I totally agree.……………………..........
 You're absolutely right………..............
 I couldn’t agree more ……………………...............
 That’s a great idea………………
 Exactly.
 No doubt about it.
 You have a point there.
 Absolutely.
 That's exactly how I feel.
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Speaking term 2 – Discussion – Week 1
Expressing  I don't think so.
disagreement  (strong) No way.

 I don’t agree
 I'm afraid……………
 I couldn't agree with you less……
 I can't agree with you……………………
 I don't share your opinion.………………….....
 That's not always true.
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Interruptions  Can I add something here?

 Is it okay if I jump in for a second?
 Do you mind if I say something?
 May I interject?
 Sorry for the interruption but could you repeat..
 Can I throw my two cents in?
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Settling an argument  What's your idea….?

 What are your thoughts on all of this?
 …How do you feel about that?
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