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Expressions for Agreeing and Disagreeing

This page is about words and phrases that we use when we agree or disagree with someone in English.
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Stating an opinion Expressing agreement Expressing disagreement


● In my opinion... ● I agree with you 100 percent. ● I don't think so.

● The way I see it... ● I couldn't agree with you more. ● (strong) No way.

● If you want my honest opinion.... ● That's so true. ● I'm afraid I disagree.

● According to Lisa... ● That's for sure. ● (strong) I totally disagree.

● As far as I'm concerned... ● (slang) Tell me about it! ● I beg to differ.

● If you ask me... ● You're absolutely right. ● (strong) I'd say the exact opposite.

● Absolutely. ● Not necessarily.


Asking for an opinon
● What's your idea?
● That's exactly how I feel. ● That's not always true.
● What are your thoughts on all of this?
● Exactly. ● That's not always the case.
● How do you feel about that?
● I'm afraid I agree with James. ● No, I'm not so sure about that.
● Do you have anything to say about this?
● I have to side with Dad on this one.
Interruptions
● What do you think? ● Can I add something here?
● No doubt about it.
● Do you agree? ● Is it okay if I jump in for a second?
● (agree with negative statement) Me neither.
● Wouldn't you say? ● If I might add something...
● (weak) I suppose so./I guess so.
● Can I throw my two cents in?
Settling an argument ● You have a point there.
● Let's just move on, shall we?
● Sorry to interrupt, but...
● I was just going to say that.
● Let's drop it.
● (after accidentally interrupting someone) Sorry, go
ahead. OR Sorry, you were saying...
● I think we're going to have to agree to
disagree. ● (after being interrupted) You didn't let me finish.

● (sarcastic) Whatever you say./If you say so.

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