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Expressions to disagree politely!

intermediate

Expressions to disagree politely!

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4. Intermediate

Being polite in English is important. How do you disagree with someone without coming across as rude.

Pick the correct answer

Which of these sounds the rudest to an English speaker?

I respectfully disagree.

Sorry I don't agree.

Acknowledge the other person's opinion before you disagree.

But how do you do this?

I understand where you're coming from, but....

I see what you're saying, but....

That's so interesting, because I think....

I understand where you're coming from, but....

I see what you're saying, but....

That's so interesting, because I think....

Phrases to avoid:

"You're wrong!" "You don't know what you're talking about." "That's not true."

Always add uncertainty to your own opinion:

"I think it might be this..." "I always thought it was..." "I'm under the impression that..."

"I'm not so sure about that!"

If in doubt... disagree indirectly.

"I think Twilight is the best movie ever." "Oh nice. I was reading this list yesterday and it put the Godfather as the best movie ever!"

It's different with close friends!

"Mate, that's rubbish!" "I don't think so at all!" "You haven't got a clue!"

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Your colleague suggests something in a meeting that you know won't work.

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Someone you've met for the first time has a strong political view you don't agree with.

Pick the correct answer

Your best friend says they love a song that you hate!!

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I respectfully disagree.

Sorry I don't agree.

Acknowledge the other person's opinion before you disagree.

I understand where you're coming from, but....

I see what you're saying, but....

That's so interesting, because I think....

I understand where you're coming from, but....

I understand where you're coming from, but....

I understand where you're coming from, but....

I see what you're saying, but....

That's so interesting, because I think....

Phrases to avoid:

Always add uncertainty to your own opinion:

"I'm not so sure about that!"

If in doubt... disagree indirectly.

It's different with close friends!

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