Expressing Opinions

Expressing Opinions

1.   Expressing Opinions: These terms are used to introduce an

opinion, either for or against:

I think……

I feel……..

I believe…….

As I see it……..

In my opinion…….

As far as I'm concerned……

My point of view is that…….

In my view……..

It seems to me that……..

I figure that…….

From my point of view…….

2.   Agreeing with an Opinion:

My view about this is positive.

I agree with this idea.

I agree completely with this idea.

I agree partially with this idea.

This idea is absolutely right.

This idea is partially right.

I couldn't agree more on this.

I think this idea is good.

3.   Disagreeing with an Opinion:

I think this idea is impossible/impractical/bad.

I think this idea is possible, but……

I think this idea cannot be implemented.

I don't agree with this idea.

I think it is a bad idea.

I'm not sure that I agree with this idea.

The project is feasible, but…….

(The Division of English for Science and Technology,

Chulalongkorn University Language Institute)

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1.   Expressing Opinions: These terms are used to introduce an

opinion, either for or against:

I think……

I feel……..

I believe…….

As I see it……..

In my opinion…….

As far as I'm concerned……

My point of view is that…….

In my view……..

It seems to me that……..

I figure that…….

From my point of view…….

2.   Agreeing with an Opinion:

My view about this is positive.

I agree with this idea.

I agree completely with this idea.

I agree partially with this idea.

This idea is absolutely right.

This idea is partially right.

I couldn't agree more on this.

I think this idea is good.

3.   Disagreeing with an Opinion:

I think this idea is impossible/impractical/bad.

I think this idea is possible, but……

I think this idea cannot be implemented.

I don't agree with this idea.

I think it is a bad idea.

I'm not sure that I agree with this idea.

The project is feasible, but…….

Expressions Used when Asking for and Giving Opinions

What do you think of (…. The Night Club for live entertainment?) town).
I think (… it’s one of the best places in

What is your opinion of (… the pizza at Pizza Hut?)
In my opinion (…it’s not that good.)

What is your attitude toward (… all the recent development in Thailand?)
My attitude toward that is ( … I think it’s being over done.)

Do you agree that (… Phuket is one of the best vacation spots in the world)?
No, not really, (…it’s too hot most of the time).

Are you in favor of (… legalized gambling)?
Yes, I am.

Do you oppose or favor (…a global currency)?
I (…oppose it because…)

Dialogue about Expressing Opinions

Guest: What did you think of the Saxophone Restaurant in Patong?
Staff: If you like jazz, it’s a very good place and the food is pretty good.

Guest: In your opinion, do you think that my kids would like to go elephant trekking?
Staff: Well, most children seem to enjoy it.

Guest: Do you agree that Thailand should legalize gambling?
Staff: Actually I do, I think it would generate more tourist dollars and income for the government.

Staff: Even though Thai boxing is a Thai national sport, I personally think it’s savage and brutal.
Guest: Really, I kind of like it.

Conversation Activities for Expressing Opinions

1. Practice using the above expressions by having a dialogue similar to the ones above with a partner,
    one partner taking the role of the guest and the other the role of the staff. For additional practice,
    switch roles. Practice the dialogue several times, trying to use all of the expressions noted above.

2. What are you and your partner’s opinions about these topics? Discuss them. Give detailed reasons
    for your opinions.

The acting skills of Tom Hanks The movie Titanic
Your partner’s hair style The U.N.
The honesty of politicians in your country Madonna
Plays by Shakespeare The death penalty
Exploration of space– worth while or not Your partner’s attire
Using cell phones while driving Your English teacher (don’t be rude)

Sumber :

1.) (The Division of English for Science and Technology, Chulalongkorn University Language Institute http://pioneer.chula.ac.th/~pkanchan/html/opinion.htm)

2.)                http://hotel-tefl.com/opinions/