Expressing Opinions - English Conversation Dialogues

Summary

This script provides useful tips on expressing opinions and engaging in conversations about personal preferences, using examples from a discussion on movies and music. It covers various ways to ask for and offer opinions, such as 'What do you think about?' and 'I believe.' The dialogue emphasizes how to support opinions with reasons and detailed explanations to make responses more fluent and engaging. It also introduces expressions for agreeing and disagreeing, such as 'I agree,' 'I don't think so,' and provides advice on using descriptive language to strengthen one’s point of view, along with comparative expressions for more thoughtful discussions.

Takeaways

• 😀 Use various expressions like 'What do you think about' and 'How do you feel about' to ask for opinions.
• 😀 To express your opinion, you can use phrases like 'I think,' 'I feel,' 'In my opinion,' or 'I would say.'
• 😀 Supporting your opinion with reasons or explanations makes your response more engaging and thoughtful.
• 😀 Instead of simply stating preferences, try to give more detailed reasons (e.g., 'I prefer this because…').
• 😀 Comparative language, such as 'I prefer this over that,' makes your opinion more precise and informative.
• 😀 When agreeing with someone, you can use phrases like 'I agree,' 'Absolutely,' or 'I couldn't agree more.'
• 😀 Disagreement can be expressed using phrases like 'I don't think so,' 'Not necessarily,' or 'I think the opposite.'
• 😀 Adding adjectives and adverbs (e.g., 'I find it fascinating') can help to convey your feelings more vividly.
• 😀 The use of comparative language, like comparing two items or ideas, adds depth to your opinion.
• 😀 To improve the fluency of your responses, try to elaborate on your reasons and give more descriptive details.
• 😀 The key to engaging conversations is to not only share your opinion but to provide reasons that make it relatable and persuasive.

Q & A

How can you express your desire to hear other people's opinions?

You can use various expressions to ask for others' opinions, such as 'What do you think about...', 'What are your thoughts on...', 'How do you feel about...', or 'What's your opinion on...'.

What are some ways to express your own opinion in a conversation?

Some common ways to express your own opinion are 'I think...', 'I feel...', 'In my opinion...', 'I would say...', or 'I believe...'.

How did Emma introduce her opinion in the conversation?

Emma started her response with 'I think...' and followed it with two supporting arguments to back up her opinion.

What are some alternative ways to agree with someone?

In addition to 'I agree', you can express agreement by saying 'That's right', 'Absolutely', 'I couldn't agree more', 'I feel the same way', or 'I'm with you on that'.

What expressions can you use to politely disagree with someone?

Some ways to disagree politely include saying 'I don't think so', 'No, I'm not so sure about that', 'Not necessarily', or 'I think the opposite'.

What does it mean to give a detailed response when expressing an opinion?

A detailed response involves providing reasons or explanations for your opinion. Instead of simply stating 'I like this', you could say 'I like this because the storyline is captivating and the actor's performances are outstanding'.

Why is using descriptive adjectives and adverbs important when expressing an opinion?

Descriptive adjectives and adverbs help to convey your feelings more vividly and make your opinion more engaging and insightful. For example, 'I strongly prefer' or 'I find it fascinating' gives more depth than simply saying 'I like'.

How can you use comparative language to make your opinion more compelling?

Using comparative language involves comparing the subject of your opinion to something else. For example, 'I prefer this book over the last one I read because the characters are more relatable'.

What did Emma's response reveal about expressing opinions more fluently?

Emma's response was more fluent because she provided detailed reasons for her preference. She didn't just say 'I like the mountains better', but explained why by mentioning the fresh air, scenic views, and hiking trails.

What are some examples of how to use the phrase 'I believe' in expressing an opinion?

The phrase 'I believe' can be used to present your opinion in a more thoughtful way. For example, 'I believe the movie was beautiful', or 'I believe this is the best vacation spot'. It shows that you're confident but still open to discussion.