2. Asking somebody’s opinion
It's a good idea to ask another person about their opinion before you tell
them your opinion loudly and strongly. Maybe they completely disagree
with you. Here are ten ways to ask.
What do you think of...?
What do you think about...?
How d'you feel (about...)?
What's your opinion of...?
(What do think about) that?
What are your views on...?
Where do you stand (on...)?
What would you say to... / if we...?
Are you aware of.....
3. Asking for information
Sometimes you want to ask English people for information. In English it is
not very polite to start a conversation with a direct question. For this
reason we have a number of phras
Ten Expressions to Use
Can you tell me...?
Could you tell me...?
I'd like to know...
D'you know...
(Got / Have you) any idea...?
Could anyone tell me...?
(Do / Would) you happen to know...?
I don't suppose you (would) know...?
I wonder if you could tell me...?
4. Asking and giving opinions
Asking for opinions
What do you think?
What’s your view?
How do you feel about (sth)
What are your ideas?
How do you see the situation?
Do you have any thoughts on (sth)?
Giving opinions
I feel that…
I believe..
According to (sb/sth)….
In my experience…
Personally, I think…
It seems to me that…
I have no doubt that….
5. Example:
Peter: What do you think about your travelled?
Maria: Personally, I think it’s great. I was there two years ago and I
really enjoyed it.
Peter: Sounds good. And how did you feel about going by yourself?
Maria: Well, I was a bit worried at first, but I made friends from all
around the world. After the lessons, we used to go to the beach and in
the evenings we went to the clubs, bars and restaurants too. I feel it’s
the best place to travell and make lots of new friends.
Peter: And what’s your view on the best time of year to go?
Maria: Well, I went in July and the atmosphere was great.
Peter: I believe it’s time to go and try it out myself.
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