PPT How to argue other opinions.

1. Speaking & Listening 2024

2. An introduction to the definition of
stating opinion in general.
Share opinion and to be heard.
Some phrases for stating opinion.
Some expressions for defending
opinions.

3. Stating an opinion is
a common way of interacting with
other people in formal and informal
settings. If you want to give your
opinion and want to be heard, follow
these principles.

4. 1. Never say a word if other people don’t ask for your opinion.
2. Start by listening politely.
3. Think before you speak.
4. Say what you think in a detailed, straightforward manner.
5. Use “I” statements.
6. Make sure you have all the facts and provide the reasons for your point of view.
But keep in mind, don’t give any impressions that your opinion is the most correct.
7. Please pay attention to your tone of voice or intonation and gesture.

5. The commonest expression in stating
opinions is “I think/feel/see/believe ....”
However, more phrases can be used to
state opinions as follows.
Personally, I think/believe/feel...
It seems to me that...
I believe that...
To my way of thinking...
As I see it, ....
As far as I’m concerned, ....

6. • Speaking for myself or Personally speaking
Use these phrases to highlight the fact that you’re giving a personal opinion.
Example: Speaking for myself, as long as we choose what we watch rather
than stare blankly at the matter all day long, there’s no problem.
• In my view or For my part
These phrases are used to show you’re giving a personal opinion.
Example: In my view, the government should take the lead and set
regulations both for individuals and industry.

7. • As I see it or It seems to me
Use these phrases to mean ‘As I understand the situation’.
Example: Well, as I see it, a few people don’t have enough money to get by and have to
borrow to pay electricity bills. Other people might overspend and get into debt that way.
• As far as I’m concerned or If you ask me
These phrases are used when you’re being slightly critical of a situation or an issue.
Example: If you ask me, it’s simply a lack of concern for other people. They don’t care
about the environment we all have to live in.

8. You may have different opinions from others and want
to oppose their opinions. When defending your
opinions, it doesn’t mean that you seem to debate with
others. Follow these tips while defending your ideas or
opinions so that you don’t hurt others’ feelings.
Tips:
1. Argue the point, not the person.
2. Show data or do research as much as you can
to support your opinion.
3. Don’t put words in your opponent’s mouth.
4. Don’t go on a tangent.
5. Stay positive, polite, and professional.

9. In defending opinions, you need to express your
opinions and at the same time you have to show that
you are listening, understanding, and appreciating
others. The following are more expressions you can
use to defend opinions.
Examples:
• The reason why I think/feel/believe this is ....
• I understand your idea, but ....
• I respectfully disagree because ....
• What I’m saying is ....
• If you consider the evidence ....
• I appreciate your idea, but ....
• I think it’s clear that ....
• Let me provide some examples ....

10. Lika’s Opinion Damar’s Opinion
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11. 1. How is Lika's opinion different from Damar's?
2. Why does Lika prefer soft drinks to other drinks?
3. Why do soft drinks taste great?
4. Why should we limit sugar intake in our bodies?
5. What can we conclude from the dialog?

12. Students interview one another for 5 minutes. Students should
ask one another about favorite foods, family members,
hobbies, interests, personal history, etc. Each student should
take notes on the partner’s responses to their questions
• In 2 minutes, students prepare a 30-second speech
introducing their partner to the class. Theymust focuson four
key things theywould like to communicate about their partner
and clearly separate them in their speech. Each student should
say “The first important thing about [student X] are her
hobbies. Her hobbies are…..The second important thing about
[student X] is….”