Asking and Giving Opinion

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Definition

What do you know about asking and giving opinion? Asking and giving opinions is a way for someone to ask and give opinions to others. When doing daily activities, we usually can't escape common expressions. 

If you need to speak English during meetings, business lunches, or in any type of general conversation, you will probably spend a percentage of this time asking and giving opinions. If you are a naturally curious person, or you welcome the suggestions of others, you will often ask for the opinions of others. And if you enjoy expressing your ideas, giving your opinion is something you will do regularly.

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The Expressions

There are many expressions of asking and giving opinion. There are two ways to express, which are in formal and informal. 

Formal Expressions of Asking Opinion 

a.     Would you give me your opinion on …?

b.     What are your views on …?     

Informal Expressions of Asking Opinion 

a.       What do you think about …?

b.       Any comments? 

Formal Expressions of Giving Opinion

a.     My opinion about..

b.     In my point on view..,    

Informal Expressions of Giving Opinion 

a.       I think that...

b.       From my point of view...

As you know, the formal way is used when you express to your elders, to strangers and during meetings. However, the formal way can be used with your friends and family. The informal way is used when express with those closest to you or your friends. 

Example of Asking and Giving Opinion

Resti: Mom, look! I bought a beautiful dress!
Mom: Hmm, how much does it cost?
Resti: It’s not expensive, really. It’s only one million. Do you have any ideas?
Mom: It’s beautiful, but in my personal opinion,  it’s too expensive for a dress.
Resti: But in my mind, it’s really worth it, because the material is good and it’s from a popular fashion brand.
Mom: Next, I reckon that you should be wiser in spending money. There are many dresses that are much cheaper with good quality.

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