1. Asking for and Giving Opinion
Heppy Mutammimah, S.Pd.I., M.Pd.
Politeknik Negeri Banjarmasin
2. • Reza: Hi Dea, I've finished the mockups for the homepage of the new website.You can check them
out in the "Design" section.
• Dea:Thanks, Reza! I took a look and they look great. Especially love the hero image - very eye-
catching.
• Reza:Thanks! I noticed there wasn't much text included in the initial mockups. Should I add some
call-to-action buttons (CTAs) or short descriptions?
• Dea: Hmm, good question.While the visuals are strong, I think including some concise CTAs and
descriptions would be helpful. Maybe a short tagline explaining the company's value proposition and
clear buttons directing users to key pages like "About Us" or "Contact Us".
• Reza: Absolutely agree. What kind of tone do you think would work best for the CTAs and
descriptions? Should we be formal or use a more conversational approach?
• Dea: I think it depends on the target audience. Considering their website sells outdoor gear, a
friendly and approachable tone might resonate better.
• Reza: Okay, that makes sense. I can draft some options with a friendly tone and a focus on action
verbs. Let me know what you think!
• Dea: Sounds perfect, Reza.Thanks for keeping me in the loop!
DIALOGUE 1
3. • Maya: Hi everyone, We've been getting a lot of new team members lately, which is great! I'd
appreciate your input on how we can improve our onboarding process to make it smoother
for new hires. Bagas, since you just joined us, what are your initial thoughts?
• Bagas: Hi Maya, thanks for asking! Overall, the onboarding process has been good.
Everyone's been very welcoming. One thing I think could be helpful is having a more detailed
checklist of tasks to complete during the first week.
• Rara: I completely agree, Bagas. A checklist would definitely be a good addition. In my
opinion, it would help new team members feel more organized and on track during their first
few days.
• Maya:Those are both great suggestions. What do you think about including a short video
introduction to the team and company culture?
• Bagas: Sounds good to me! A video could be a nice way to put faces to names and get a feel
for the company atmosphere.
• Rara: I agree, Bagas. Personally, I think a short video could be a fun and engaging way to
welcome new team members.
• Maya: Perfect! Let's put together a draft of the onboarding checklist and explore creating a
short welcome video.
Dialogue 2
4. OBJECTIVES
1. Students know the expression used to ask for and give opinion
2. Students can practice asking for and giving opinion
5. SharingYourThoughts: Asking and Giving
Opinions
• Exchanging opinions is a fundamental part of communication. It allows us to share ideas,
understand different perspectives, and make informed decisions.
• Asking for Opinions:
Why Ask?We often seek opinions to gain insights, gather information, or validate our own
thoughts.
How to Ask: Use polite and open-ended phrases like "What do you think about...?" or "Do you
have any suggestions for...?"
• GivingYour Opinion:
Be Respectful: Even if you disagree, acknowledge the other person's viewpoint.
Phrases to Start: Use phrases like "In my opinion..." or "I think..." to introduce your ideas.
SupportYourViewpoint: Briefly explain why you think the way you do.
6. Asking for and giving opinion
Strategies
• Crafting the Perfect Question: Strategies for Asking for Opinions
• When seeking valuable insights from others, the way you ask for their opinion makes
all the difference. Here are some strategies to ensure you get thoughtful and
insightful responses:
• 1. Frame the Question Clearly:
• Specificity is Key: Don't just ask "What do you think?". Instead, be specific about the
topic or decision you need input on. For example, "What are your thoughts on the
new marketing campaign concept?"
• Open-Ended vs.Yes/No: Phrases like "What are your biggest concerns?" encourage
elaboration, while "Do you like it?" limits the response.
• 2. Provide Context:
• Set the Stage: Briefly explain the situation or background information relevant to
the opinion you're seeking.This helps the person understand the frame of reference
for their response.
7. Asking for and giving opinion
Strategies
• 3. Acknowledge Different Perspectives:
• Show Appreciation: Let the person know you value their unique viewpoint.You can
say, "I'm interested to hear your thoughts, especially considering your experience
in..."
• 4. Use Active ListeningTechniques:
• Nonverbal Cues Matter: Maintain good eye contact, nod occasionally, and lean in
slightly to show you're engaged.
• Encourage Elaboration: Phrases like "Can you tell me more about that?" or "That's
an interesting point, why do you think so?" prompt them to delve deeper.
• 5. Consider the Audience:
• TailorYour Approach:The way you ask for an opinion may differ based on the
person's position, relationship, and the formality of the situation.
9. Asking Opinions:
Formal :
- Have you got any comments on …..
- Do you have any idea?
- Do you have any opinion on ……
-Would you give me your opinion on……….?
-What is your reaction to ……
-What is your opinion about……….?
-What are you feeling about………….?
-What are your views on……….?
- Please give me your frank opinion?
Informal
-What do you think of…….?
-What do you think about………?
-What is your opinion?
-Why do they behave like that?
- Do you think it’s going?
- How do you like?
- How was the trip?
- How do you think of Rina’s idea ?
- How do you feel about this dicition?
Expression of asking and giving opinion
10. Expression of asking and giving opinion
Giving opinion
Formal :
- I personally believe …..
- I personally consider ….
- I personally think /feel ….
- I hold the opinion ….
- My own view of the matter is ……
-Well, personally …….
- If I had my view, I would …..
Informal
- I think I like it.
- I don’t think I care for it.
- I think it’s good/nice/terrific……..
- I think that awful/not nice/terrible…………
- I don’t think much of it.
- I think that……..
- In my opinion, I would rather……….
- In my case …..
-What I’m more concerned with ….
-What I have in my mind is………
-The way I see is that…………
- No everyone will agree with me, but ….
-To my mind …..
- From my point of view ….
- If you aks me, I feel ….
- Absolutely ………
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