LESSON 5 SPEAKING
1. Giving Opinions
We use these expressions when we want to say what we think about something.
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Personally, I think … → used to give your personal opinion.
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In my opinion, … → a formal way to express your opinion.
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Personally, I don’t think … → used when your opinion is negative.
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I’m sure that … → used when you are very confident about your opinion.
Examples:
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Personally, I think technology is very useful.
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In my opinion, students should study every day.
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Personally, I don’t think homework is difficult.
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I’m sure that online learning will grow in the future.
2. Agreeing
We use these expressions when we have the same opinion as another person.
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Yes, I agree. → simple agreement.
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You’re right. → you believe the other person is correct.
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Exactly. → strong agreement.
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I agree with you/him/her. → direct agreement with someone.
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I think so, too. → you have the same opinion.
Example:
A: I think computers are important for students.
B: Yes, I agree.
3. Disagreeing
We use these expressions when we do not share the same opinion.
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I’m sorry, but I don’t agree. → polite disagreement.
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That’s probably true, but … → partial disagreement (you add another idea).
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I’m not sure about that. → you are uncertain about the opinion.
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I don’t think so. → simple disagreement.
Example:
A: I think students should not use the internet for homework.
B: I’m sorry, but I don’t agree.
