Giving opinions
Expressing views and opinions
1. in my view / in my opinion
· In my view, birds should not be kept in cages.
2. from my point of view
· From my point of view it makes no difference whether you return on Saturday night or Sunday morning.
· From a political point of view, the agreement of the UN is extremely important
3. I reckon: usually to express an opinion about what Is likely to happen
· I reckon it'll rain later today. Let's go tomorrow.
4. I feel: to express a strong personal opinion
· I feel she shouldn't be getting married so young.
5. If you ask me: to express an opinion that may be critical
· If you ask me, it's unreasonable to pay for something which should be free.
6. To be honest (with you): to express a critical opinion without seeming rude
· To be honest (with you), I'm surprised you got into university with such low grades.
7. As far as I'm concerned: to express an opinion that may be different from others'
· As far as I'm concerned, the matter is over and done with and we can now move forward
