Suggesting
Let’s…
Why don’t we/you…?
We could…
What/how about…?
What if we go…?
I suggest doing…
Accepting
That’s a good idea
Why not
Sounds good
Good idea
That sounds great
OK, let’s do that
Yes, that’s nice
I like your idea
Nice idea
Agreeing
Yes, I quite agree
Absolutely true
Certainly
Nice idea
So… I
Sounds good
That’s a great idea
Yes, that’s nice
Disagreeing
You are right, but…
You are wrong, I’m afraid
Yes, but…
I can’t agree that
Yes, you might/can/must be right, but
I do not quite agree
Yes, but on the other hand…
You’ve got a point, but…
I don’t thing that’s such a good idea, because…
You could be right, but…
How about… instead?
That sounds a bit boring
I’ve got a better idea
These phrases can be used to agree or disagree. Highlight those which can be used for agreeing:
Yes, I quite agree
I don’t thing that’s such a good idea, because…
You are wrong, I’m afraid
Nice idea
So… I
That’s a great idea
Yes, that’s nice
You are right, but…
Yes, but…
I can’t agree that
Yes, you might/can/must be right, but
Absolutely true
How about… instead?
I do not quite agree
Yes, but on the other hand…
Certainly
You’ve got a point, but…
You could be right, but…
That sounds a bit boring
Sounds good
I’ve got a better idea
In pairs, take it in turns to read the following statements to each other to agree or disagree. Try to use as many of the phrases as you can. (Remember to give reasons for your opinion.)
- I hate going sightseeing when I’m abroad.
- Shopping is the best way to relax.
- Excursions are very boring.
- I’m fond of trying new meals.
- It’s always very challenging to go round the city on your own.
- Shopping is only for girls.
Justification
+
enjoy magnificent views/architecture
walking along the street
travel back in time
experience smth. new
I have always dreamt of it
We could learn to do smth. new
It’s a good way to test ourselves
The atmosphere is relaxing
We shouldn’t miss the opportunity to see the exhibits famous all over the world
It’s a good way to relax
It sounds terrific! We way enjoy sunny weather and have a nice time there
We may try new food
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It’s very tiring. I think.
It may be boring. I’d rather see some famous sights, take photos.
I guess (parks) look the same almost everywhere. I don’t think there is anything special about them.
What if the weather changes for the worse?
English weather is so unpredictable.
To be honest I didn’t plan spending any more money.
The shops are usually crowded and I am tired of too many people around me.
These phrases can be used to explain your opinions. Highlight those which are positive:
enjoy magnificent views/architecture
To be honest I didn’t plan spending any more money.
I guess (parks) look the same almost everywhere. I don’t think there is anything special about them.
It may be boring. I’d rather see some famous sights, take photos.
It’s very tiring. I think.
travel back in time
I have always dreamt of it
The atmosphere is relaxing
We shouldn’t miss the opportunity to see the exhibits famous all over the world
It’s a good way to relax
walking along the street
It’s a good way to test ourselves
a nice time there
We may try new food
What if the weather changes for the worse?
It sounds terrific! We way enjoy sunny weather and have We could learn to do smth. new
English weather is so unpredictable.
experience smth. new
The shops are usually crowded and I am tired of too many people around me.
You and your friend are discussing possibilities of arranging a three-day tour for the exchanged students who are soon coming to our city.
Choose three of the following options that both of you like most.
- a boat trip
- the Hermitage
- a ballet
- the zoo
- an excursion round the city
Remember to:
- discuss all the options
- be polite
- take active part in the conversation:
- come up with your ideas
- give good reasons
- invite your friend to come up with suggestions
- come to an agreement
Suggest your idea
Give reasons
react (explain your opinion)
Agree
Disagree
explain
Come
to an agreement