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....
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…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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