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Conversation Beginner · Module 24 · Unit 116

Expressing Opinions (Stating stances clearly: "I think…" or "In my view…")

A2 Beginner Upper

Learning Objectives

in today's lesson, you will discuss expressing opinions and learn useful vocabulary for everyday communication.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. What do you think about learning a new language?
  2. How do you usually share your opinion at school or work?
  3. Do you agree that health is more important than money?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • think

    verb

    /θɪŋk/

    Meaning:to believe or have an opinion about something

    I think this idea is very helpful.

    Real Life Tip:

    Used daily in American conversations to express opinions casually.

  • opinion

    noun

    /əˈpɪnjən/

    Meaning:a personal belief or view

    Everyone has a different opinion on this topic.

    Real Life Tip:

    People often say 'in my opinion' to sound polite.

  • think over

    phrasal verb

    /θɪŋk ˈoʊvər/

    Meaning:to consider something carefully before deciding

    I need to think over your suggestion.

    Real Life Tip:

    Common in workplace and decision-making situations.

  • from my point of view

    idiom

    Meaning:according to my personal opinion

    From my point of view, this plan will work.

    Real Life Tip:

    Often used in discussions; 'IMO' is a common online slang abbreviation.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
Daniel and Rachel are talking about opinions on health and lifestyle choices.
  • Daniel
    I think staying active every day is really important for health.
  • Rachel
    Yeah, in my opinion, exercise also helps mental health a lot.
  • Daniel
    I agree, but I need to think over my daily routine first.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. What does Daniel think is important for health?
  2. What is Rachel’s opinion about exercise?
  3. What does Daniel need to think over?

Exercise

Direction: Choose the correct answer to complete each sentence, then read it aloud. Each question gives you 5 Points.

  1. What does 'opinion' mean?

  2. What does 'think over' mean?

  3. I ____ learning English is very useful.

  4. From my ____ of view, exercise is important.

  5. my / opinion / in / health / important / is

  6. think / I / this / idea / good

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. How do you think over big life decisions?
  2. What is your opinion about daily exercise habits?
  3. From my point of view, how do you express opinions?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. How do you share your opinion at work?
  2. What think over process helps your decisions?
  3. What is your opinion on healthy lifestyle choices?
  4. How do people react to your opinion often?
  5. Do you think over things before speaking?
  6. What’s your opinion about learning new skills?
  7. How do you express disagreement politely in opinion?
  8. What opinion changed your mind recently?
  9. How do friends react to your opinion?
  10. What do you think over most carefully?
Rachel
From my point of view, small changes work better than big ones.
  • Daniel
    That makes sense. I think I should start with walking.
  • Rachel
    Exactly, consistency is key, that’s just my opinion though.
  • Daniel
    I think I’ll try that and see how it goes.
  • Rachel
    Good idea, just take it step by step.