Complete the following expressions.
Expressing opinions
I believe……
I think…….
Could I make a point, please? In my opinion……
It seems to me……
Expressing agreement
Absolutely You’re right……
I fully agree with…..
Expressing disagreement
I’m afraid I don’t agree with….. I’m sorry but I see it a little differently.
I can see your point but….. You may have something there but…..
I respect your point of view, but I’m sorry I can’t go along with you
Suggesting
I think we should…… Why don’t we…..?
Let’s…… Couldn’t we……?
Don’t you think we could….?
Asking for opinion
What is your opinion on….?
What do you feel about…?
I wonder what do you think about…..?
I’d like to know your stand on…..
Interrupting
I’m sorry to interrupt but….
Excuse me. Could I add something, please?
That’s true. Sorry, but…..
Handling Interruptions
Just a moment please. Could I finish what I am saying?
If you would just let me finish…….
Could you wait for a minute, please.
Concluding
To summarise/conclude,……
We can conclude by saying……
Let’s run quickly through the main ideas before concluding
