Different People have different choices, opinions, ideas, views, Ideologies and philosophies. When such differences become discourse among people, it makes the nation and society healthier. But in general, people have a misunderstanding of the word ‘Disagreeing‘.
If you show either Agreeing or Disagreeing about something, it doesn’t mean that a friendly, romantic, or professional relationship would be somehow weak or rough/rude. Both expressions are important in our daily conversation.
So in this post, you will find many useful expressions words and phrases which make you a bit different from others and closer to the native speaker. We must be conscious while using these expressions in a different situation and setting of the talk.
Useful Tips for sharing Opinion
Politeness is a strength, not weakness: Even if you disagree, you can still be soft and kind. an expression like “I might be wrong, but…” or “I am sorry, but I don’t agree,” help to maintain politeness and respect.
You are sharing your opinion not facts: While sharing your opinion in English you must clear to the listeners that you are sharing your personal opinion not facts & figures or someone’s thoughts or statements.
Phrases like ‘I think’ or ‘in my opinion’ or ‘in my view’ make it clear that you are putting your personal ideas not a facts
Ask for feedback not complement: Questions like “What do you think about ……?” also helps the others. They may feel like you’re open to a discussion and care about their feedback.
Expressions to Show Agreement
Absolutely… Of course… Definitely…Exactly… ...For sure… I suppose so… I guess so…and say something about things.
A: Do you think effective communication is important for doing any business?
B: of course!( you may add your points)
A: Do you thing green veg is essential for our health?
B: Absolutely! ( you may add your points)
A: Do you thing democracy is a better choice for India?
B: Definitely! ( you may add your points)
I agree with you entirely! I agree with you a hundred percent! I totally agree with you! I completely agree with you!
A: Nothing can replace the taste of my mom’s hand made food.
B: I agree with you a hundred percent. (informal)
A: Language is the core part of any culture?
B: I agree with you entirely.
I also thing so… you can say it again
A: We should worry about the poverty of our country, we can not eradicate it easily.
B: You can say that again!
A: Let’s focus on the positives instead of the negatives.
B: I also thing so.
That’s so true! you have point there! I was just going to say that!
A: Helping others always makes me feel better.
B: That’s so true! Helping others always makes me feel better too.
A: The wind is so cold today.
B: I was just going to say that!
A: I think recording the class lectures on my device is easier than trying to write down everything our professor delivers.
B: You have a point there. I’m going to try doing that too.
I have no objections
A:I think we should buy red bucket for our bathroom.
B: I have no objections to this. You can pick whatever color you want.
Expressions to show Disagreement
No way! (informal)
A: my sister can memorize everything for a test in just an hour!
B: No way!
I beg to differ! (informal)
A: Orange cake is the best.
A: I beg to differ. While the orange cake is good, coconut cake is the best, in my opinion.
I totally disagree, I disagree, I completely disagree (Formal and strong disagreement)
To be polite you may add ‘I am afraid / I am sorry‘….I disagree with you
I think there’s a better explanation, ( formal)
A: Our profits are down this month because our workers are taking too many breaks.
B: I think there’s a better explanation. Maybe profits are down because of our new location of the cafe.
You can’t be serious! (informal)
A: I think we should print less amount of books because people are preferring e-Books
B: You can’t be serious!
As a matter of fact, I don’t think that’s correct. ( Formal )
A: There’s no use in interapersonal development once you’re old.
B: As a matter of fact, I don’t think that’s correct.
A: All people work better in our group.
B: As a matter of fact, I don’t think that’s correct.
That’s not always true. / That’s not entirely true. (Semi formal)
A: Exercise is the best way to maintain your health.
B: That’s not entirely true. You also need to eat a healthy diet.
A: Smart people don’t need help from anyone to get their work done.
B: That’s not always true.
Expression to Show Partly Agreement
I understand your point of view but…., That’s a good suggestion but…that’s a good idea but…I respect your opinion…I respect your point of view (and say what you want)
A: wastage and stagnation are core problem in Indian education system
B: I understand/see your point of view but we must find out the cause…
A: Online mode of education is really good and flexible.
B: That’s a good idea but in school education, a physical classroom is very important for the overall development of the child.
A: If tickets are not available, we can go by flight.
B: That’s a good suggestion, let me check Air India. from New Delhi.
Functions of language are finite but the form of the expressions may be a lot. so you are free to add more expression to show you agreement and disagreement.