Smart phrases for speaking part Flashcards
If you need to gain time or need to ask for repetition use theses phrases.
1
Q
This says that you’re being honest, and trying. “My mind went blank” is also an idiom.
A
“Honestly, I am a little bit nervous right now and my mind just went blank.”
2
Q
Time filler
A
“Wow, let me think about that.”
3
Q
You didn’t understand the question
A
“I’m so sorry, I’m not sure what you meant by that. Can you repeat your question please?”
4
Q
Introducing personal experiences
A
In my experience…
5
Q
Expressing personal opinion
A
As far as I’m concerned…
6
Q
Speculating and expressing possibility
A
I suppose…
7
Q
Agreeing
A
I couldn’t agree with you more
8
Q
Disagreeing
A
That’s one way of looking at it. However…
9
Q
Asking for clarification
A
Sorry, could you rephrase that?
