Expressing Nuanced Opinions & Debating

At the B2 level, learners are expected to participate in discussions on complex societal topics such as ecology, technology, politics, and cultural heritage. Structuring your argumentation properly is essential for a high score in oral exams.

Debate & Opinion Phrases

• Stating opinion: A mio avviso... (In my view...), Dal mio punto di vista... (From my perspective...), Ritengo che (+ Congiuntivo)... (I consider that...)
• Agreeing / Disagreeing: Condivido pienamente questa opinione. (I fully share this opinion.), Non sono affatto d'accordo. (I disagree entirely.)
• Weighing pros & cons: Da un lato..., dall'altro... (On one hand..., on the other...)
• Drawing conclusions: In sintesi... (In summary...), Tutto sommato... (All things considered...)

Softening Opinions

Using the conditional tense helps soften your stance: Direi che... (I would say that...), Sarebbe meglio... (It would be better...).