Asking and Giving Opinion

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ASKING FOR AND

GIVING OPINION

CAROLINA, S.Pd
BRAINSTORMING
• What are you going to do if you want your friend say something to your new
shirt?
• What do you say to your friend to comment about her/his new hair cut?
• Do you always agree with your friend opinion?
• Why do you sometimes disagree with your friend?
• Where do you usually give opinion about people appearance?
• Is it okay if we have different opinion with other people?
GIVING OPINION
FORMAL
INFORMAL

• I would like to say that… • I think…


• It seems to me that… • In my opinion…
• As far as I’m • I feel…
concerned… • For me…
• From my perspective… • I agree with…
• Based on the facts…
GIVING OPINION

• I think/Personally I think…
• In my opinion/In my humble opinion….
• From my point of view…
• To/in my mind…
• I (strongly) believe (that) …
• As for me, I reckon…
• As far as I am concerned …
• To be honest…
REFUSING OPINION
FORMAL INFORMAL

• I’m afraid I can’t agree with • I don’t think so.


you. • I disagree with…
• I see your point, but… • No way.
• With all due respect… • That’s not true.
• That may be true, but… • You’re kidding, right?
• I have a different opinion.
ACCEPTING OPINION
FORMAL INFORMAL

• I agree with your opinion


• That’s a good opinion
• I have same opinion with
you
• Your opinion is totally
correct
EXAMPLE
Via : Hi Ken, have you heard about the new bakery store?
01 Kenny : Yes, I have
Via : What do you think about it?
Kenny : Personally, I think the flavor is little bit too sweet
Via : Hmm, I disagree with you.
Kenny : Then, what is your point of view?
Via : In my opinion the cake and bread is delicious.
Kenny : Fair enough, As far as I am concerned they’re still new so
they can still develop.
Via : Yes, I totally agree with you.
EXAMPLE
Anne: What food do you like?
02 Bella: I like cilok, because it has a savory taste and a chewy
texture.
Anne: Sorry, but I don't agree with you. In my opinion, cilok is
difficult to chew and takes a long time to eat.
Bella: Then what is your favorite food?
Anne: I like to eat sweet foods, such as donuts or fried bananas.
EXAMPLE
• Emily : Hi Tom! What are you doing?
03 •

Tommy
Emily
: I’m reading a newspaper.
: Any good news?
• Tommy : I’ve just read about full day school.
• Emily : So what your opinion about that?
• Tommy : In my view, it is useful for Indonesian education development.
Because if school time is extended until 4 or 5 PM, students can learn
more. So, Indonesia’s educational ranking in the world can be increased.
• Emily : Do you think like that? But how about the students? Don’t
you think it is too boring for them? In school all day.
• Tommy : No, If the teacher can bring class situation more fun, giving
them exciting activities, so the student will enjoy their day in school.
• Emily : I think you’re right
Dialog 1

Man : Are you studying Japanese?


Woman : Yes, I am.
Man : I never knew that you are interested in other languages
Woman : In my opinion, I think everybody should at least speak two languages
Man : Why do you think that? Asking opinion
Woman : I think learning another language makes you smarter Giving opinion
Man : How does learning another language make you smarter
Woman : Learning a new language is exercise for your brain
Man : Exercise for your brain. Are you serious?
Woman : Yes, I'm serious. Just like jogging is exercise for your body. Learning benefits your brain.
Man : Actually, I think there is a better reason for learning another language
Woman : Really? What do you think it opens up your world Asking opinion
Man : you can meet more people and learn about cultures
Woman : I think it's also the way to get a better job
Dialogue 2

Man : I was thinking about giving the promotion to walter


Woman : I think you should give it to julie Giving Opinion

Man : really do you really think so Asking Opinion


Woman : Yes, as I see it julie deserves the promotion more
Man : But walter has been here at the company longer
Woman : In fact that is true but in my point of view julie is much more qualified
and she has better work habits than walter
Man : Yes, I see your point. Thank you for your opinion
Woman : You're very welcome
THANK YOU

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