A speaking test in any language is not a natural situation. You are being examined on how you perform and marked according to the words you use in the language you are learning.
In this podcast, we aim to help you get the highest mark possible in your speaking by sharing some expressions that a native English speaker might use.
Even if you are not taking a speaking test soon, we think you’ll find these expressions useful in taking your English to the next level.

Tips and advice for the Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency Speaking tests https://www.inglespodcast.com/483

Speak Like a Native: Expressions to help you pass your English speaking exam

In my opinion: To my mind…/ As far as I’m concerned… / If you ask me… / As I see it…. / I (don’t) believe…

What’s your opinion?: What are your thoughts? / What do you reckon? / What’s your view? / Do you think that’s right? / What’s your take (on…)?

I agree: I couldn’t agree more…/ I’m with you on that / I see (exactly) what you mean / Exactly! / Absolutely! / That’s a (very) good point / We see eye to eye / You took the words right out of my mouth.

I don’t agree: I beg to differ / I’m afraid I disagree / I don’t see it like that / That’s not how I see it / I’m not sure about that

I like a lot: I’m really keen on / fond of / into…. / I’m an avid… / I’m a big fan of… / There’s nothing I like more than… / __ is my thing

I choose: I would go with…/ If I had to choose, then… / I’d (have to) pick…

I’m not sure: I can’t make up my mind / I’m on the fence / Both options sound equally good / It’s hard to decide….

Changing your mind: Come to think of it… / Maybe you’re right after all / Now that I think about it…Now that you mention it… / On second thoughts.. / Then again…

Also: What’s more…/ On top of (that)…/ …into the bargain

To be honest: In all honesty,…If I’m being honest / To tell you the truth,… / The truth is… / Quite frankly…

Despite that, nevertheless: Be that as it may… / Having said that,… / That said,…. / True as that might/may be,..

These days, nowadays: In this day and age, …/ In the current climate (of…) / In today’s world…(for personal examples referring to your life, use ‘These days and Nowadays’. For example, “I don’t read many books these days.”)

…and now it’s your turn to practise your English.
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