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Opinions & arguments word pairs

26 pairs native speakers say together about opinions & arguments. Each one is easy to understand; the trick is saying the two words as one. Hear them, then test yourself.

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Beliefs and views

7

express opinion

B1

In meetings, everyone is encouraged to express their opinion.

honest opinion

B1

If you want my honest opinion, I think you should look for a different job.

open mind

B1

It's important to have an open mind when meeting people from different cultures.

personal choice

B1

Wearing bright colors is a personal choice, and everyone has their own style.

strong opinion

B1

She has a strong opinion about climate change and often talks about it with her friends.

a common misconception

C1

It's a common misconception that bats are blind; in fact, they can see quite well.

a nuanced view

C1

She always tries to have a nuanced view of controversial topics, considering all sides before making a judgment.

Making an argument

6

a valid point

C1

You make a valid point about the need for stricter regulations.

strong argument

B2

She made a strong argument for changing the school rules.

a compelling argument

C1

She made a compelling argument for changing the company's remote work policy.

a legitimate concern

C1

Parents have a legitimate concern about their children's safety online.

a plausible explanation

C1

The scientist offered a plausible explanation for the unexpected results.

Weighing pros and cons

5

main advantage

B1

The main advantage of working from home is that you can save time on commuting.

main concern

B1

My main concern right now is finding a new job.

main reason

B1

The main reason I moved to this city was for a better job.

major factor

B1

Stress was a major factor in her decision to change jobs.

a fundamental flaw

C1

There is a fundamental flaw in the way the new system processes data.

Spotting differences

4

a fundamental difference

C1

There is a fundamental difference between knowing about something and truly understanding it.

huge difference

B1

Getting enough sleep makes a huge difference to how well I can focus at school.

main difference

B1

The main difference between city life and country life is the pace—everything moves much faster in the city.

a subtle difference

C1

There's a subtle difference between being assertive and being aggressive, even though they can look similar at first.

Agreeing and deciding

4

choose wisely

B1

When buying a new laptop, it's important to choose wisely so you get the best value for your money.

completely agree

B1

I completely agree with your opinion on this matter.

seriously consider

B1

I need to seriously consider my options before accepting the job offer.

seriously doubt

B2

I seriously doubt he will finish the project on time.

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