Expression of Asking and Giving Suggestion | Ungkapan Meminta dan Memberi Saran

Summary

In this video, the presenter teaches the differences between giving suggestions and opinions, emphasizing that suggestions involve actions to be taken immediately, while opinions are personal beliefs. The video then introduces expressions for asking for, giving, and responding to suggestions. Examples for each are provided, showing how to ask for advice, offer suggestions, and how to accept or decline them. The content is designed to help learners understand the language of advice and suggestions, useful for everyday communication and decision-making. The video concludes with gratitude and well-wishes for viewers.

Takeaways

• 😀 Suggestions involve actions to be taken immediately, whereas opinions are personal views or beliefs.
• 😀 Example: 'You should study every night' is a suggestion, while 'Studying every night will help you pass the exam' is an opinion.
• 😀 Asking for suggestions can be done using phrases like 'What should I do?', 'Do you have any suggestions for me?', or 'Can you give me some advice about...?'.
• 😀 Giving suggestions can be done using phrases such as 'You should...', 'I suggest that...', 'Why don’t you...?', or 'If I were you, I would...'.
• 😀 To respond positively to a suggestion, you can use expressions like 'Thanks for your suggestion', 'That’s a good idea', or 'I will try it'.
• 😀 To decline a suggestion, expressions such as 'I’m not sure about that', 'I don’t think that’s a good idea', or 'Sorry, but I can’t do that' can be used.
• 😀 The difference between giving suggestions and giving opinions is crucial for clear communication.
• 😀 In both asking for and giving suggestions, it's important to use polite and respectful language.
• 😀 Asking for advice can be an important step in making decisions, and it's useful to know how to properly phrase such questions.
• 😀 Accepting or rejecting a suggestion requires tact and clarity, depending on whether you agree with the suggestion or not.

Q & A

What is the difference between a suggestion and an opinion?

A suggestion involves actions that should be taken immediately, while an opinion reflects a person's view or belief about something.

Can you provide an example of a suggestion and an opinion?

Sure! A suggestion would be 'You should study every night,' which advises action, while an opinion could be 'I think studying every night will help you pass the exam,' which reflects a belief.

What are some expressions used to ask for suggestions?

Some expressions include: 'What should I do?', 'Do you have any suggestions for me?', and 'Can you give me some advice about...?'

What are some common ways to give suggestions?

Common expressions to give suggestions include: 'You should...', 'I suggest that...', 'Why don't you...', and 'If I were you, I would...'

How do we respond to a suggestion positively?

You can respond positively with expressions like 'Thanks for your suggestion', 'You're right', 'That's a good idea', or 'Okay, I will try.'

What are some expressions used to reject a suggestion?

To reject a suggestion, you could say: 'I'm not sure about that', 'I don't think that's a good idea', 'Do you have any other suggestions?', or 'Sorry, but I can't do that.'

Can a suggestion be different from a recommendation?

Yes, a suggestion is generally a more informal or less authoritative recommendation, often giving a direct action to be taken. A recommendation, on the other hand, is typically more formal or based on expert advice.

Why is it important to distinguish between a suggestion and an opinion?

Distinguishing between the two helps clarify whether someone is urging action (suggestion) or simply sharing a belief or viewpoint (opinion), making communication clearer.

Can suggestions be made in a more indirect way?

Yes, suggestions can be made indirectly using phrases like 'How about...?' or 'Why not...?' These expressions are less forceful and give the listener more freedom to consider the idea.

How can someone politely decline a suggestion?

To politely decline a suggestion, one can say things like: 'Thanks but no', 'Sorry, but I can't do that', or 'I don't think that's a good idea.'