Expressing Opinions in English — Beyond ‘I Think’ (B2)
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B2 ⏱ 5 min
🗣️ Expressing Opinions in English — Beyond ‘I Think’
Spending years in French and English debates taught me that HOW you say what you think matters as much as WHAT you say.
📖 Opinion Phrases — Levels of Confidence
| Confident | Hedged / Tentative |
|---|---|
| I strongly believe that… | It seems to me that… |
| There is no doubt that… | I tend to think that… |
| I am convinced that… | From my perspective… |
| It is clear that… | One could argue that… |
🔄 Disagreeing Politely
That’s a fair point, but I would argue that…
I see where you’re coming from, however…
With respect, I don’t think that’s entirely accurate.
I’m not sure I fully agree with that perspective.
‘___ to me that language learning takes time.’ (hedged opinion)
Which phrase introduces a contrasting view politely?
In a formal essay, which is most appropriate?
It ____________ to me that the education system needs reform.
I see ____________ you’re coming from, however I disagree.
🗣️ Discussion Task
• Should children learn English before age 5?
• Is working abroad a good experience for everyone?
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