EXPRESSIONS FOR DISCUSSION @AyuRanifa

Summary

In this video, Ayu Raniva introduces expressions commonly used in discussions, focusing on how to express opinions and how to agree or disagree with others. She demonstrates various phrases like 'I think', 'In my opinion', and 'What do you think?' to express thoughts, while also showing how to agree with statements using 'I agree' or 'That's right'. When disagreeing, phrases like 'I disagree' or 'I think that's not right' are suggested. The video also emphasizes the importance of providing reasons to support your opinions in discussions, making it a valuable guide for English learners.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video introduces expressions for expressing opinions in discussions.
• 😀 Common expressions to express your opinion include 'I think', 'I believe', 'In my opinion', etc.
• 😀 Examples are provided for expressing opinions on topics such as movies (e.g., 'I like horror movies').
• 😀 To ask for others' opinions, you can use phrases like 'What do you think?', 'What is your opinion?', or 'How do you feel?'
• 😀 The video demonstrates how to ask others' opinions about topics like movies or sports.
• 😀 When agreeing with someone's opinion, you can say 'I agree', 'That's right', or 'Me too'.
• 😀 When disagreeing with an opinion, expressions like 'I disagree' or 'I think that's not right' are suggested.
• 😀 Responses to opinions can be made stronger by adding reasons or arguments to support your stance.
• 😀 An example is provided where agreeing with 'learning English by game is fun' is followed by reasoning such as 'it makes us enjoy learning'.
• 😀 The video encourages practice of these expressions with friends, partners, or classmates to improve communication skills.

Q & A

What are some common expressions used to express opinions in English?

Some common expressions to express opinions are: 'I think...', 'I believe...', 'In my opinion...', and 'I like...'. These expressions allow speakers to share their personal views on a topic.

Can you give an example of expressing an opinion about a movie?

Sure! For example, you might say: 'I like horror movies' or 'I think action movies are the best'. These are examples of expressing an opinion about a specific movie genre.

How can you ask someone else for their opinion?

You can ask someone's opinion using phrases like: 'What do you think?', 'What is your opinion?', or 'How do you feel?' These questions invite others to share their thoughts.

What is a way to ask someone's opinion about a specific topic, like horror movies?

You can ask, 'What do you think about horror movies?' or 'How do you feel about watching horror movies?' These are examples of asking someone for their opinion on a specific topic.

How do you express agreement with someone else's opinion?

To agree with someone, you can say: 'I agree', 'That’s right', or 'Me too'. These phrases show that you share the same viewpoint.

How do you express disagreement with someone else's opinion?

To disagree, you can say: 'I disagree', or 'I think that’s not right'. These phrases indicate that you hold a different opinion from the other person.

Why is it important to provide reasoning or arguments when responding to opinions?

Providing reasoning or arguments when responding makes your response stronger and more convincing. It adds depth to your opinion and helps the discussion to be more meaningful.

Can you give an example of agreeing with someone while giving a reason?

Sure! If someone says, 'Learning English by game is fun,' you could respond, 'I agree, learning English by game can make us enjoy the process and help us learn more effectively.' This adds reasoning to your agreement.

What is an example of disagreeing with an opinion and providing a reason?

If someone says, 'Football is the most interesting sport,' you could respond, 'I disagree. I think basketball is more exciting because it involves faster action and more scoring opportunities.' This shows both disagreement and reasoning.

What is the overall purpose of the video lesson?

The purpose of the video lesson is to teach viewers how to express opinions, ask for opinions, and agree or disagree in discussions, with examples to practice and improve conversational English skills.