A2 • Lesson 18
Vocabulary and reading to prepare for your lesson
Click each word to see its meaning and an example.
To have the same opinion as someone.
"I agree with you about that."
To have a different opinion than someone.
"I disagree. I think differently."
What you believe or think about something.
"My opinion is different from yours."
Words showing strong agreement.
"Absolutely! Exactly right!"
Your way of thinking about something; perspective.
"From my point of view, that's wrong."
Used to introduce a contrasting idea.
"I agree, but I think there's more."
Nevertheless; on the other hand.
"I agree. However, I also think..."
Show agreement.
"I agree with you. That makes sense."
Show strong agreement.
"You're absolutely right about that!"
Show disagreement politely.
"I disagree with you on that point."
Mild disagreement.
"I don't think so. I think differently."
Acknowledge their view, then disagree.
"I see your point, but I think differently."
Show enthusiastic agreement.
"That's exactly what I think!"
In conversations, you agree and disagree with people. It is okay to have different opinions. It is important to express your views politely.
You can agree by saying "I agree with you" or "You're absolutely right." You can say "Exactly!" or "That's what I think too!" Strong agreement shows enthusiasm.
You can disagree politely. You can say "I disagree" or "I don't think so." You can also say "I see your point, but..." This shows respect for their opinion while showing your own.
Use "but" or "however" to introduce your different opinion. You say "I agree, but I also think..." This shows you listen and respect them.
Good conversations have different opinions. People learn from each other. Express your agreement and disagreement clearly and politely. This is an important communication skill.
~225 words • A2 Level
Think about these questions before your lesson.
For each question above, write maximum 3 keywords — no sentences. Then practise speaking your answer out loud from just the keywords.
Q1: "Do you like to agree or disagree with people?"
Your 3 keywords: / /
Speak for 30 seconds. Try to give a reason for your answer.
Q2: "How do you politely disagree with someone?"
Your 3 keywords: / /
Speak for 30 seconds. Use phrases from the vocabulary section.
Q3: "What is an opinion you disagree with?"
Your 3 keywords: / /
Say your answer out loud — don't just think it!
Remember: keywords only. Your brain does the rest. Mistakes are good — they mean you're practising speaking, not reading.
Preparation time: ~15 minutes