Nama : Eksanti Rahmi Ramadhani

Kelas  : XI Akselerasi

Kinds of expression in Ianguage inggris.

1.   Expressions of Asking  Opinion

Asking  Opinion	Responding(+)		Responding(-)	Example
Have you got any comments on ?	Yes, I agree with You.		I can’t say that I do, I think it will be….	One day, Fifi and Rani were talking - talk while watching TV Fifi  : What did you think of the movie,               Peter? Rani  : I thought it was boring. Fifi    : Really? I loved it. Why did you think it was boring? Rani   : It was too predictable. You knew what would happen in the end. The same old thing- boy meets girl, boy fights with girl, boy marries girl. Rani   :Did you like the sound track of the movie? Fifi   :No, I hated it. It was too loud and too hard rock for me. What did you think of it? Rani   : I thought it was great, but then, I like hard rock.
Do you have any idea?	Yes, I think that's a good point.		I don’t think it will
Would you give me your opinion on	I'll go along with that.		I'm sorry, but I can't agree with John.
What is your reaction to …	I thought it was		I think you may have missed the point there ...
What are your views on	You said it.		Sorry, I can't go along with that.
Please give me your frank opinion?	I think you’re right.		I couldn’t disagree more.
Why do they behave like that?	I believe so too.		I don’t think that’s the answer at all.
Do you think it’s going?	I’ll go along with that.		In my opinion, ( .. abortion is nothing more than freedom of choice).
How was the trip?	I’m with you.		Well, we don’t see eye to eye on that.
How do you feel about this dicition?	It work’s for me.		I beg to differ.
What are you feeling about	I’ll buy that.		I don’t really think
How do you think of (She/He)’s idea	Yes, but with		I disagree
2. Expressions of Giving Opinion
Giving		Respons (Agreement and Disagreement)		Example
Personally, I think…		I think so		One day Ainun asked Mary about her plans to learn English in Makassar. Ainun : What do you think about studying English in Malta? Maria: Personally, I think it’s great. I was there two years ago and I really enjoyed it. Ainun: Sounds good. And how did you feel about going by yourself? Maria: Well, I was a bit worried at first, but I made friends from all around the world. After the lessons, we used to go to the beach and in the evenings we went to the clubs, bars and restaurants too. I feel it’s the best place to learn English and make lots of new friends. Ainun: And what’s your view on the best time of year to go? Maria: Well, I went in July and the atmosphere was great. Ainun: I believe it’s time to go and try it out myself.
I hold the opinion		I suppose so
My own view of the matter is		I agree
Well, personally		You are right
If I had my view, I would		I don’t think so
I think I like it.		I disagree
I don’t think I care for it.		I’m not sure that you are right

3. Expressions of  Satisfaction

Satisfaction	Respons	Example
I really like …	Yes, I like it very much.	Alifah and Gia taste of a dish. Alifah : How do you feel about this food? Gia    : Wow….. I am very satisfied. It’s very delicious. Great! Alifah   : Yes, I think so. Would you have anymore? Gia      : Yes, of course. Alifah   : I will take some for my younger sister. She’ll be very happy. Gia      : Yeah and I will take for my mom at home. Alifah   : OK. Let’s go home. I never feel satisfied before. Gia      : So am I.
I’m completely satisfied with…	Oh … I can’t complain about it.
It  was satisfactory.	Sure, I was very pleased with it.
Everything is fine, thank you.	Well, I like it…
Everything was just perfect.	Yes, I think so
I’m happy enough with it.	I’ll be very happy if ….
Wow….. I am very satisfied	Quite good.

4. Expressions of  Dissatisfaction

Dissatisfaction	Respons	Example
I am a little dissatisfied with…	I’ll see what  I can do about it.	One day, Irsal and Iqbaal commented on the news in the paper. Irsal     : Have you read today’s newspaper? Iqbaal  : Not yet. Is it interesting? Irsal     : Yes, the apology from the company. Take a look. The paper is over there. Iqbaal : (Picking up the newspaper and starting to read it) Is that all? Irsal     : Yes. Iqbaal  : This is not enough. I’m not satisfied yet. The size of the ads should have been half  of the page. Besides, the company only   apologized but they didn’t mention what  they would do.
I want to make a complaint.	I’m sorry to hear that.
I’m very dissatisfied with	I’ll look into it.
I have a complaint.	I’ll try and take care of it.

5. Expressions of  Advice

Expressions	Respons (Agree and Disagree)	Example
I wouldn't do that if I were you.	I think you're right.	One day, A.Nurul asked Gaswad A.Nurul      : You look a bit worried Gaswad What’s the matter? Gaswad    :I can’t wake up early in the mornings. A.Nurul     :Oh yeah! That is a problem. But don’t you have an alarm clock? Gaswad   :Yes, of course. But I never seem to hear that. A.Nurul   :Well, why don’t you buy an electric one? They go on ringing until you switch them off. Gaswad  :Mmm, I doubt if that would do any good. I'd just switch it off and go back to sleep. A.Nurul    :Well, perhaps you could ask the telephone operator to give you an early morn ing call, it's not that expensive. Gaswad  :Yes, that sounds a good idea. Thanks a lot. A.Nurul       : Not at all. I hope it works.
If I were in your position, I wouldn't ….	Yes, of course. But
If I were you I wouldn't ….	That's a good idea.
The way I see it, you should/shouldn't ‘….	Thanks. I'll take your advice.
I wouldn't recommend ….	That sounds great.
I wouldn't advise …	I understand your point, but I think ....
I don't think you ought to ….	That's not a good idea.

6. Expressions of  Warning

Warning	Example
You should/should not …	On that day, Shanti asked permission to go visit his mother who was ill. Shanti    : “Mom, let me go out for a while, please?” Mother  : “Where are you going to, Mer?” Shanti   : “I’d like to visit Lala. She got accident this morning. She is in the hospital now.” Mother  : “Okay, but take care when you drive! The road is very slippery.” Shanti    : “Thank you, Mom.”
You must/must not …
Don't …
Beware of …
I highly recommed you not to
You must not...
You mus not break the rules.

7. Expressions of  Pain

Pain	Respons	Example
I can’t tell my pain in words	I’m sorry for what’s happened	James falls down from the tree. Andy tries to help him. Andy     : Are you okay? James     : Ouch! That hurts. Andy       : Let me help you. James      : Thanks. Andy       : You should be more careful.
Please, leave me alone	Oh you, poor little thing
That hurts	You must be very upset
I’m so sad to hear this	Look! This not the end of the world
I’m feeling bad at this time being	Oh, how awfully

 8. Expressions of  Relief

Relief	Respons	Example
I’m glad it’s done.	I’m happy because...	On that day, Anne notify happy news to Grey. Anne   : Grey! Don’t you know that our final exam mark has been announced? Grey     : What? Are you sure that it has been announced? Anne   : Of course. What happens? Grey    : It is because I did not do the test well and I am afraid that I will get D for this subject. Our teacher has told me, if I don’t pass this exam I will be kicked from this school. Anne    : Don’t make a joke, Grey! I think no one will kick you out from this school. Grey     : How can you know? Anne    : Because you get C! Grey     : Whew! Thank God! Thanks Anne! Anne    : You’re welcome, Grey!
Thanks God I am alive	Fantastic..
I’m glad everything is running well.	Great..
I’m glad about…	I’m statisfied with...
I’ m very relieved to hear that.	I’m pleased with...
I’m extremely glad to hear that.	I’m glad to hear that.

9. Expressions of  Pleasure

Expressions	Respons	Example
It’s wonderful.	I’d love too	Tommy met with Barnney, and he was asked about the new job Barnney. Tommy   : Barnney, how is your new job? Do you like it? Barnney  : No, it doesn’t seem like what I imagine before. How about yours? Tommy   : I’m delighted! My boss is very kind person. He gives me a lot of work to do but he always appreciates my work eventhough it is bad. Barnney  : What a lucky man you are! Congrats boy!
How marvelous	You are right
I am please with it / that.	I think so
It gives me pleasure.	I do, too
I’m pleased.	About these ads

10. Expressions of  Asking Permission

Expressions	Respons (+/-)	Example
Can I go out, please?	Yes, please do.	Liza, eight years old, is asking her mother for permission to use the computer. Liza   :Please mum, can I use the computer? Her mother :No, dear you can't. It's time to go to bed. Liza    :May I read a story before I sleep? Her mother : Sure! But try to sleep early. Liza     :Thanks a lot mummy.
May I open the window, please?	Sure, go ahead
Please, can I have a …	Please feel free.
Would you mind if I ..?	No, please don’t.
Please, may I	I’m sorry, but that’s not possible.
Do you mind if I …?	I'm afraid, but you can't.
Would it be all right if I …?	No problem.

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