Conversation Practice

Debate & Opinion Language

The phrases C1 speakers use to agree, disagree, hedge, concede, and challenge — so you can hold your position and engage ideas with confidence.

Phrases for sharing your point of view clearly — from a tentative take to a firm conviction.

How to express agreement in a way that adds value — validating, reinforcing, and building on an argument.

How to push back politely but firmly — without shutting down the conversation.

How to add nuance, limit a claim, and show you've considered the complexity.

How to acknowledge a strong argument from the other side without abandoning your position.

How to probe logic, question assumptions, and press for evidence — without being aggressive.