ASKING FOR & GIVING OPINION

 Opinion includes the words of opinion and argument/ reasons.

 Opinion dialogue is a dialog consists of two persons or more who have opinion each others.
It can use the expressions, such as in my opinion, in my view, I think etc.
 Argument dialogue is a dialog that states the arguments or reasons. It can use the words
such as first, second etc for arranging arguments.

Asking opinion :
Formal :
 Have you got any comments on ….. Informal:
 Do you have any idea?  What do you think of…….?
 Do you have any opinion on ……  What do you think about………?
 Would you give me your opinion  What is your opinion?
on……….?  Why do they behave like that?
 What is your reaction to ……  Do you think it’s going?
 What is your opinion about……….?  How do you like?
 What are you feeling about………….?  How was the trip?
 What are your views on……….?  How do you think of Rina’s idea ?
 Please give me your frank opinion?  How do you feel about this dicition?

Giving opinion :

Formal : Informal
 I personally believe …..  I think I like it.
 I personally consider ….  I don’t think I care for it.
 I personally think /feel ….  I think it’s good/nice/terrific……..
 I hold the opinion ….  I think that awful/ not nice
 My own view of the matter is ……  I don’t think much of it.
 Well, personally …….  I think that……..
 If I had my view, I would …..  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 …

Dialogue : I
A: What’s your opinion of smoking?
B: I’m not sure. For me, it’s important that children do not smoke.
A: But do you think it’s a good idea that people can
smoke in shops and buses?
B: I don’t think so. Children use buses too.
A: So what do you think about stopping smoking everywhere in Jakarta?
B: I think that’s a good idea.

Dialogue : II
A: Some people say friends are always honest with each other.
What do you think?
B: in my opinion friends need to be completely honest.
One little lie and the friendship just disappears.
A: Ah, that’s pretty strong language. Do you really think that?
B: Yeah. Once, one of my good friends lied to me.
He was a really good friend, and I just felt completely betrayed.
It destroyed the friendship.
Another Expressing Opinion Agreeing with an Opinion Disagreeing with an opinion
 In my opinion.....  Of course.  I am sorry, I don't agree with you.
 I think.....  This is absolutely right.  I am not sure I agree with you.
 What I mean is.....  I agree with this opinion.  I don't agree with you.
 Personally I think.....  I couldn't agree more.  I am afraid I have to disagree with
 In my experience..... you.
 I agree with what you are
 According to me..... saying.  I do not believe that.
 I strongly believe that.....  I agree, I never thought of  By this I mean.....
 As far as I am concerned..... that.  I disagree with you.
 From my point of view.....  Neither do I.  I think you are wrong.
 As I understand.....  That's a good point.  That's not the same thing at all.
 As I see it.....  I think so too.  It is not justified to say so.
 I reckon.....  I am not convinced that.....
 I am compelled to say.....  I can't say I agree with this, and
 By this I mean..... here's why
 To my mind.....
 Would like to point out that...
 In my humble opinion.....
 Contoh Bagaimana untuk setuju dan tidak setuju pada sebuah opini dalam bahasa Inggris

Statement Agree Disagree

Children below 17 I agree with your opinion I don't agree with you,
should be given right to it is forbidden to let children under 17 to drive a
drive a motorcycle motorcycle

Parents must giving I couldn't agree more with you. I think it would be harmful to let children use
smartphone to their children smartphone. Because there are so much bad influence
on the internet.

The novel version of Yes, I agree. The novel version had a That's not the same thing at all.
Twilight is better than its many details of story hidden from the
film film.

Instant noodle is good for I agree with what you are saying. I am afraid that i have to disagree with you, because
your health. instant noodle have many chemical things inside it.

Smoking should be banned I totally agree that smoking should be I am sorry but I tend to disagree with you on this.
in public places. banned in public places.
 ASKING FOR & GIVING SUGGESTION / ADVICE

A. Suggestion (Saran)
1. Would you be so kind enough + to + Verb
Example :
o Would you be so kind enough to go with me?
o Would you be so kind enough to help me?
2. I would be very grateful if you would ...
Example :
o I would be very grateful if you would come to my party.
o I would be very grateful if you would help me to finish this task.
o I would be grateful if you would be here.
3. How/ what about + Gerund (Verb+ ing) ...
Example :
o How about dancing?
o What about watching TV?
4. Suppose
Example :
o Suppose you agree with my idea.
o Suppose you can leave now.
5. Perhaps you would
Example :
o Perhaps you would accept my proposal.
o Perhaps you would have a dinner with me.
.
B. Advice (Nasehat)

1. Menggunakan modal auxiliaries “Must, Ought to, and Should”.

Example
o You must take care of yourself carefully!
o You ought to write a letter to me not to her.
o You should study hard.
2. If I were you I should + Verb
Example :
o If I were you I should work at the hospital.
o If I were you I should take English course.
3. You had better + Verb
Example
o You had better brush your teeth.
o You had better refuse this job.
4. Why don’t you + Verb …
Example :
o Why don’t you sit down beside me?
o Why don’t you go home now?
5. It’s time you + Verb 2 (Past Form)
Example
o It’s time you said the truth.
o It’s time you stopped smoking.

Dialogue 1
Mr. Daruken: Hi Leppo…?
Mr. Leppo: Hi Daruken…
Mr. Daruken: Why you look sad?
Mr. Leppo: I am confused?
Mr. Daruken: Why confused? Do you have a problem?
Mr. Leppo: I haven’t been able to pay the school administration. Do you have any advice to me?
Mr. Daruken: I think, you should ask dispentation to the school
Mr. Leppo: it’s good idea. Thanks Daruken…
Mr. Daruken: you’re welcome

Dialogue 2
Anisa : Hi Nerly, How are you today?
Nerly : I feel disappointed.
Anisa: What’s wrong with you?
Nerly : I got bad mark English examination yesterday.
Anisa : Don’t be sad. I’m certain you can get mark better next time and you should study hard.
Nerly : Thank you for your suggestion
Anisa : it’s OK .Don’t mention it
 ASKING FOR & GIVING CLARIFICATION

o Why …?/ Why not?

o What do you mean?
o What is meant by …?
o You mean that …, don’t you?
o Pardon?
o Can you say that again?
o I didn't / don't get that.
o What was that?
o What did you say?
o Again, please.
o Say that again.
o I don't get it.
o I'm lost / confused.
o What?
o Huh?
o Would you mind repeating that?
o Would you mind saying that again?
o Sorry, but I'm not sure I'm following you.
o Excuse me, but I didn't catch the last part / the part about...
o I'm sorry, but what did you say about...?
o Do you think you could repeat the part about...once again please?
o I beg your pardon but I don't quite follow / understand.
o Pardon me. (Maafkan aku)
o I wonder if you could say that in a different way?

Dialogue Asking for Clarification

Rillo : Hi Fadli. How are you?

Fadli : Hello Rillo, I'm doing fine thanks.
Rillo : Fadli, please come join us to play football in the school yard today at 4 pm.
Fadli : Excuse me, What time did you say?
Rillo : At 4 pm.
Fadli : Oh, okay. But I have to clean my class first.
Rillo : That's alright. We will wait for you.
 EXPRESSIONS IN CONTEXT – ASKING & GIVING OPINIONS/REASONS, AGREEING
& DISAGREEING

ASKING FOR OPINIONS What do you think of the job?What do you think of Taylor
Swift?
How do you like Bali?
Giving opinion I think….In my opinion….
I believe that….
Giving positive opinions
I think it’s interesting/ I like it alot.
I think Taylor Swift is a great singer/ Oh, I like her alot.
Oh, I like Bali very much. It’s a beautiful island.
Giving negative opinions
I think it’s boring/ I don’t like it very much.
I’m not keen on Taylor/ I don’t like her very much.
I don’t like Bali very much. It’s too crowded.
Giving reasons I like the job because it’s challengingI don’t like Taylor
Swift beacause her record is terrible.
Agreeing I agree (with you)You’re right.
That’s true.
I think so.
Exactly.
Disagreeing I don’t agree (with you)I disagree.
I don’t think so.
I don’t think that’s true.
I don’t think you’re right.
I’m sorry but I think you’re wrong.
I know what you mean, but….
You may be right but,….
Answer this questions with your opinions

What do you think about a cat ?

What is your opinion about my new cloth ?
Give your opinion about sunflower ?
What do you think about my new shoes ?
What is your opinion about my new novel ?
What is the taste of my cookies for you ?
What is the nicest color according to you ?
What is the most cute creature according to your opinion ?
What do you think about my bag ?
Give your opinion about this pen ?
What is your opinion about my house
What is the wine taste for you ?
What is the champagne taste according to you ?
What do you think about y bicycle ?
Give your opinion about my score