Discussion/Communication phrases

Give opinions

In my opinion, I (really) think that Personally, I believe/think/feel

Give examples

For example, One example is Another example is Let me give an example

Give reasons

Because The reason why Also, In addition, Whats more, Not only that, but

Agree

I agree with you (completely). Thats exactly what I think. I couldnt agree more.

Disagree

Thats a good idea, but I see what you mean, but Im afraid I disagree (with you) because

Ask questions

So, what is your opinion about ? Do you think that ? Why do you think that ?

Tell knowledge

or facts

Did you know that ? According to I heard / read / watched

Interrupting

(Im) sorry to interrupt Sorry to break in, but May I interrupt you for a moment?

Change subject

Oh, by the way Incidentally I just thought of something I want to say something else

Get time to think

Well Um Let me see Actually In fact As a matter of fact How shall I put it?

Pardon?

Pardon? Sorry, what did you say? Could you please repeat that?

What do you

mean?

What do you mean? Sorry, I dont understand. Could you explain your idea more?

Is that clear?

Is that clear? Do you understand me? Do you see what I mean?

In other words

In other words, are you saying that ? Do you mean that ? Do you mean to say ?

Listening

Uh-huh mh-hmm I see Really? Is that right (so)?