Hello English learners! Today, we’re going to learn how to give opinions in English. It’s a really important skill because when you talk to people, you often want to share what you think and feel. Even at the beginning of learning English (A1 level), you can start giving your opinions in simple ways. This lesson will show you easy phrases and how to use them. Let’s get started!

Why is Giving Opinions Important?

Imagine you are talking about your favorite food, or a movie you watched. You probably want to say if you liked it or not, right? Giving opinions is how you share your thoughts and feelings about things. It helps you communicate better and have more interesting conversations with English speakers.

For example, if someone asks you, “Do you like pizza?”, you can simply say “Yes” or “No.” But if you want to give your opinion, you can say, “I think pizza is delicious!” See the difference? It’s more interesting and tells the other person more about what you think.

Simple Phrases for Giving Opinions

At the A1 level, we’ll focus on some very easy and useful phrases to express your opinions. These phrases are simple to learn and remember. Here are a few:

• I think… (This is very common and easy!)
• In my opinion… (A little more formal, but still easy.)
• I believe… (Similar to “I think”, a bit stronger.)
• For me… (Good for personal preferences.)

Using “I think…”

“I think…” is probably the easiest and most common way to give an opinion in English. You can use it for almost anything!

Examples:

• I think this book is interesting.
• I think it is going to rain today.
• I think coffee is good in the morning.

Notice how easy it is? Just put “I think” before your opinion.

Using “In my opinion…”

“In my opinion…” is a little more formal than “I think,” but it’s still very useful and easy to learn. It’s good to use when you want to emphasize that this is your personal opinion.

Examples:

• In my opinion, summer is the best season.
• In my opinion, learning English is fun.
• In my opinion, dogs are better than cats. (This is just an example! )

Remember to put a comma (,) after “In my opinion,”.

Using “I believe…”

“I believe…” is similar to “I think,” but it can sound a little stronger. You use “I believe” when you feel quite sure about your opinion.

Examples:

• I believe that honesty is important.
• I believe she is a good teacher.
• I believe we can learn a lot from each other.

“I believe” is a good way to express opinions about more serious topics sometimes, but you can also use it in everyday conversation.

Using “For me…”

“For me…” is a great phrase when you want to talk about your personal preferences or what you like and dislike. It clearly shows that this is about your taste.

Examples:

• For me, chocolate ice cream is the best.
• For me, watching movies at home is more relaxing than going to the cinema.
• For me, learning English online is very convenient.

Use “For me,” when you are talking about what you personally prefer.

Agreeing and Disagreeing Simply

When you give your opinion, other people might agree or disagree with you. Here are very simple ways to agree and disagree at the A1 level:

Agreeing

• I agree. (Simple and direct agreement)
• Yes, I think so too. (Agreeing and adding “I think so too”)
• That’s true. (Agreeing with a statement)

Example:

Person A: “I think learning English is useful.”

Person B: “I agree.” OR “Yes, I think so too.” OR “That’s true.”

Disagreeing (Politely)

At the A1 level, we can keep disagreement very simple and polite.

• I don’t agree. (Simple and direct disagreement)
• I disagree. (A bit more formal disagreement)
• Maybe, but… (Softer disagreement, followed by your opinion)

Example:

Person A: “I think summer is the best season.”

Person B: “I don’t agree.” OR “I disagree.” OR “Maybe, but I prefer winter.”

Remember to be polite when you disagree! English speakers appreciate politeness, especially when you are just learning.

Let’s Practice Giving Opinions!

Now it’s time to practice! Read the sentences below and complete them with your own opinions using the phrases we learned (I think, In my opinion, I believe, For me).

1. Coffee is ________. (good/bad/delicious/strong, etc.) Example: I think coffee is delicious.
2. Learning English is ________. (easy/difficult/important/fun, etc.) Example: In my opinion, learning English is important.
3. Cats are ________ than dogs. (better/worse/more interesting/cuter, etc.) Example: For me, cats are cuter than dogs.
4. Winter is ________ season. (best/worst/coldest/nicest, etc.) Example: I believe winter is the coldest season.
5. This lesson is ________. (easy/difficult/helpful/interesting, etc.) Example: I think this lesson is helpful.

Try to say these sentences out loud! This will help you practice speaking and build your confidence in spoken English.

More Practice: Questions for You!

Answer these questions using the opinion phrases we learned. Try to give a little more information if you can!

1. Do you like pizza? (Example answer: Yes, I think pizza is very tasty, especially with cheese!)
2. Is English easy or difficult to learn? (Example answer: In my opinion, English is a little difficult at first, but it becomes easier with practice.)
3. What is your favorite season? (Example answer: For me, my favorite season is spring because I love the flowers.)
4. Is it important to learn English? (Example answer: Yes, I believe it is very important to learn English because it helps you connect with people from all over the world.)
5. Do you like learning English online? (Example answer: Yes, I think learning English online is very convenient and fun!)

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Conclusion

Congratulations! You’ve learned how to give opinions in English using simple phrases. Remember to practice these phrases in your conversations. Don’t be afraid to share what you think! Keep practicing, and your English will get better and better. Happy learning!

Related Keywords: Expressing Opinions, Agreeing and Disagreeing, Basic English Phrases, Spoken English, English for Beginners.