Discussion Phrases

You should always start a discussion with some kind of introductory phrase:

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How to open a conversation?

I saw an interesting programme on TV last night…
I read a fascinating article in the newspaper yesterday about …
What do you think about
Have you ever thought about … ?
What would it be like if…?
I was really surprised to find out that…
Did you know that…?
Do you mind if I join you?
Excuse me,…
(I’m) sorry (to trouble you), but…
Have you got time to…?

How to include your partner?

So what do you think,… (+ name)?
How do you feel about that?
What is your view on this (matter)?
What is your opinion about / on …?

How to express your opinion?

In my view,…
In my opinion,…
As I see it,…
To my mind,…
If you ask me,…
I am sure/certain that…
I think / believe / feel that…
It seems to me that…
There should be… / ought to be…
I would like to… / I wouldn’t like to…
It would be a good idea to…(because…)