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…….

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.