Giving Opinions and Responding to Others

How do you politely share an opinion, and respond to someone else’s?

Notice

  • In my opinion, remote work is better for productivity.
  • I think that public transport should be free.
  • I completely agree with you. / I see your point, but I disagree.

Rule

Useful opinion openers: In my opinion, I think that, I believe, from my point of view. To respond: I agree / I completely agree / I see what you mean, but… / I’m not so sure about that.

Practice

  1. ___ , social media does more harm than good. (opener)
    Answer: In my opinion
  2. I ___ that everyone should learn a second language.
    Answer: think/believe
  3. “I completely ___ with you.” (agree)
    Answer: agree
  4. “I see your point, ___ I still disagree.”
    Answer: but
  5. ___ my point of view, the plan makes sense.
    Answer: From

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CEFR: Writing — write on topics of personal interest, expressing a clear opinion.

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